Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 004549
- Phone: (808) 245-8311
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
54%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
20:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
8FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,261Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Leeward Community College (Leeward CC)
3-1901 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI
Leeward Community College, located in Pearl City, Hawaii, is a two year public institution and one of the ten schools that make up the University of Hawaii System. The school located near Honolulu on the island of O'ahu. The school is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The school seeks to provide community service for residents, and offers easy access to educational opportunities for interested individuals.
Academics
Leeward Community College provides career and vocational training and two year academic programs. Vocational and career training enables students to pursue careers with either a certificate or associate degree. Students will be qualified for entry level positions and will have the skills and knowledge necessary to perform tasks and responsibilities as required. Students interested in transfer to a four year institution may take a transfer oriented program which provides the freshman and sophomore years of education for a four year degree. Upon graduation, students may apply and enroll at a four year institution, either with the UHS or schools with transfer agreements with LCC.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Leeward Community College has an open enrollment policy requiring student either be 18 years of age, a high school graduate, or have a GED certificate. Students may apply in person or online, and will receive a response regarding admission soon after. Once accepted students must take a placement exam prior to registration to determine which courses the student may be required to take. Financial aid is available in the form of grants, scholarships, loans and work study and may be applied to tuition, room and board, materials and transportation. Students interested in receiving financial aid must obtain a federal PIN number and submit a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will determine eligibility and awards. All correspondence regarding financial aid will be conducted through email.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Leeward Community College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $4,500. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $25 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $3,100-$3,800
- Out-of-State: $8,300-$9,936
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $130-$160 per unit
- Out-of-State: $350-$410 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 54% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 47% | $4,697 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 7% | $4,646 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Leeward Community College may provide services like:- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
- Day care for children
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Leeward Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Accounting (A, C)
- Administrative Assistant (A, C)
Communication Technology
Computer and Information Sciences
- Web Design (A, C)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Health and Clinical Professions
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Leeward Community College.
- Windward Community College in Kapolei, HI (11 miles away)
- Kauai Community College in Honolulu, HI (101 miles away)
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 004549
- Phone: (808) 245-8311
- School Homepage