C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Quick Stats
2,260
Total Enrollment
32%
Graduation Rate
59%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,200
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Hawaii Community College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $560,656
- Avg rent near campus: $2,042/mo — vs ~$394/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 96771 (4.2% cap, Mountain View)
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🏆 Where Hawaii Community College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,144 | $8,280 |
| Room | $3,544 | |
| Board | $6,012 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $16,788 | $21,924 |
Financial Aid
79%
Receive Any Aid
61%
Receive Pell Grants
3%
Take Out Loans
$8,200
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $6,690 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $6,798 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $9,164 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $12,128 |
| $110,001+ | $12,324 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
131 grads/yr
Fire Science/Fire-fighting
68 grads/yr
High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic
37 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
28 grads/yr
Electrician
26 grads/yr
Information Technology
19 grads/yr
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
19 grads/yr
Plant Nursery Operations and Management
19 grads/yr
Welding Technology/Welder
18 grads/yr
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
14 grads/yr
Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General
14 grads/yr
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
12 grads/yr
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
12 grads/yr
Carpentry/Carpenter
12 grads/yr
American Indian/Native American Studies
6 grads/yr
Natural Sciences
4 grads/yr
Forestry, Other
4 grads/yr
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects
3 grads/yr
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
2 grads/yr
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
2 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Hawaii Community College's top programs commonly pursue.
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr
183,400 jobs
First-line supervisors of firefighting and prevention workers
$92k/yr
97,200 jobs
Fire inspectors and investigators
$78k/yr
14,700 jobs
Firefighters
$60k/yr
344,900 jobs
Forest fire inspectors and prevention specialists
$52k/yr
2,900 jobs
First-line supervisors of mechanics, installers, and repairers
$78k/yr
617,500 jobs
Automotive service technicians and mechanics
$50k/yr
805,600 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr
3,391,000 jobs
Student Demographics
2,260
Total Students
62%
Women
44%
Traditional Age (18-24)
36%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
15%
Hispanic
19%
Black
1%
Asian
25%
Two or More
36%
Non-Resident
1%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
11%
Off-Campus (Renters)
36%
With Family
53%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~820 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
26%
Hybrid (Some Online)
23%
Fully Online
50%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
44%
25-64 (Adult)
33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Hawaii Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Hawaii Community College?
Tuition at Hawaii Community College is
$3,144 for in-state students
and $8,280 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,200.
What is the graduation rate at Hawaii Community College?
The graduation rate at Hawaii Community College is 32%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Hawaii Community College a good school?
Hawaii Community College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Hawaii Community College?
Hawaii Community College has a total enrollment of 2,260 students.
Is there rental demand near Hawaii Community College?
Yes! Approximately 36% of students at Hawaii Community College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 820 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Hilo area.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology