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Kauai Community College

Kauai Community College

Kauai Community College

3-1901 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, Hawaii 96766-9500

Facts

  • College Type: 2-year, Public
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Total Student Population: 1,343
  • Student-Faculty Ratio: 11 to 1
  • Graduation Rate: 30%
  • Website: https://www.kauai.hawaii.edu/

Kauai Community College is a 2-year public community college located in Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii. Established in 1964, it is part of the University of Hawaii system and offers a variety of academic programs, including liberal arts, business, healthcare, trades, and technology, tourism.

The college serves over 1,300 students annually and offers both associate’s degrees and certificate programs. Some of the most popular programs at Kauai Community College include nursing, hospitality and tourism, and culinary arts.

Kauai Community College’s mission is to provide open access to quality higher education and training to the people of Kauai, Ni’ihau, and beyond. The college is committed to promoting student learning and success, fostering cultural and community engagement, and advancing the economic and social well-being of the island community

Kauai Community College is focused on creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment that fosters intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, cultural understanding, and civic engagement.

Kauai Community College strives to maintain a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, leveraging technology, research, and best practices to enhance teaching, learning, and student outcomes. The college also values sustainability, diversity, and respect for all individuals, promoting ethical and responsible behavior in all its endeavors.

Kauai Community College also offers a variety of student services, including academic advising, career services, and tutoring. The campus also has a library, computer labs, and a student center. The college is also focused on providing accessible and affordable higher education and offers a range of financial aid options to help students pay for their education.

The campus environment is located in a beautiful area, giving the students access to beautiful scenery as well as various outdoor activities that can be done on the island.

Kauai Community College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Kauai Community College is a great place of study for students looking for an affordable yet quality education.

Student Enrollment

Total enrollment:1,343
Undergraduate enrollment:1,343
Percent of Undergraduate enrollment
   by gender
      Men:38.5%
      Women:61.5%
   by race/ethnicity
      American Indian or Alaskan Native:0.1%
      Asian:24.4%
      Black or African American:0.5%
      Hispanic/Latino:14.8%
      Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander:4.8%
      White:16.8%
      Two or more races:29.7%
      Race/ethnicity unknown:7.3%
      Non-resident alien:1.6%

Degrees Offered

  • Less than one year certificate
  • One but less than two years certificate
  • Associate’s degree

Majors Offered

  • Accounting
  • Business
  • Automotive Technology
  • Carpentry Technology
  • Creative Media
  • Culinary Arts
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Electrical Installation and Maintenance Technology
  • Electronics Technology
  • Hawaiian Studies
  • Hospitality and Tourism
  • Liberal Arts
  • Medical Assisting
  • Natural Science
  • Nurse Aide
  • Nursing
  • Public Health

Financial

 Academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students2021-222020-212019-20
    Tuition & fees
      In-state$3,252 $3,252 $3,252 
      Out-of-state$8,388 $8,388 $8,388 
    Books and supplies$1,350 $1,340 $1,058 
    Off-campus
      Room and board$15,845 $13,786 $15,302 
      Other expenses$5,356 $5,326 $6,792 
    Off-campus with family
      Other expenses$5,356 $5,326 $6,344

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