C
Average
Score: 49/100

Leeward Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Pearl City, Hawaii 96782
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 32%
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
F
32/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

6,059
Total Enrollment
32%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
21.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,015
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Leeward Community College

28% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,715 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$940,406
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,591
1-Year Change
+3.1%
For parents & investors

The Leeward Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $940,406
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,591/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 96818 (3.7% cap, Honolulu)

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🏆 Where Leeward Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#5
High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic
of 5 schools
#17
Teacher Assistant/Aide
of 26 schools
#18
Natural Sciences
of 21 schools
#24
Office Management and Supervision
of 34 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,144 $8,280

Financial Aid

74%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
3%
Take Out Loans
$8,015
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,457
$30,001 - $48,000$7,508
$48,001 - $75,000$8,703
$75,001 - $110,000$10,457
$110,001+$12,110

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 512 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 120 grads/yr Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design 53 grads/yr Natural Sciences 49 grads/yr Teacher Assistant/Aide 41 grads/yr Office Management and Supervision 39 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 39 grads/yr High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic 38 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 38 grads/yr Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General 32 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 21 grads/yr Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture 19 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 9 grads/yr Automation Engineer Technology/Technician 8 grads/yr American Indian/Native American Studies 3 grads/yr Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician 2 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Leeward Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Computer occupations, all other
$109k/yr 472,000 jobs
Database administrators
$105k/yr 78,000 jobs
Computer systems analysts
$104k/yr 521,100 jobs

Student Demographics

6,059
Total Students
61%
Women
54%
Traditional Age (18-24)
28%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 8%
Hispanic 15%
Black 2%
Asian 43%
Two or More 30%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 28%
With Family 72%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,715 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 16%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 59%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%
25-64 (Adult) 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Leeward 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 Leeward Community College?
Tuition at Leeward 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 $8,015.
What is the graduation rate at Leeward Community College?
The graduation rate at Leeward 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 Leeward Community College a good school?
Leeward Community College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Leeward Community College?
Leeward Community College has a total enrollment of 6,059 students.
Is there rental demand near Leeward Community College?
Yes! Approximately 28% of students at Leeward Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,715 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Pearl City area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology