Kapiolani Community College
About Kapiolani Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Kapiolani Community College teaches at the foot of Diamond Head in Honolulu and is known across the Pacific for its culinary school. The natural sciences are among its other largest programs, and it is part of the University of Hawaii.
Founded
1946
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii
Students
3,910
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
22.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,284
Out-of-state: $8,420
Avg Net Price
$5,202
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,599
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
22.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63.1%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
64.5%
$/Student
$13.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 22.2% graduation rate is below average, but 63.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,284
In-State
$8,420
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,360
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,992
After Financial Aid
$5,202
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,068
Receive Grants
19.2%
Take Loans
5.9%
Tuition is $3,284/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,202.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Kapiolani Community College fund their education.
While in School
19.2%
Get Grants
Free money
5.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,805
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,229
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$98/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,229, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Kapiolani Community College.
Gender
64.8%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,910
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41.8%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
35.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 41.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 8.6% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
3,910
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Kapiolani Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,599
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$33K
308 grads
1yr Earnings
Natural Sciences
$59K
59 grads
4yr Earnings
Culinary Arts and Related Services
$27K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$113K
44 grads
4yr Earnings
Hospitality Administration/Management
$21K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$86K
35 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.