C
Average
Score: 46/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
23/100 · earnings-weighted

Windward Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Kaneohe, Hawaii 96744
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: 29%
Outcomes
C
45/100
Affordability
B+
75/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
F
33/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,743
Total Enrollment
29%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
21.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,601
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Windward Community College ▼

39% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$1,088,808
Avg Monthly Rent
$3,593
1-Year Change
+3.5%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Windward Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$38,439
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$30,631
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
31.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
14.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 25% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 11th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (HI wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Windward Community College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians$38,109$50,249+21%#12 of 124#33—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$27,200$38,459-13%#769 of 947#890$11,384

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Windward Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,088,808
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,593/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 96813 (3.4% cap, Honolulu)

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🏆 Where Windward Community College Ranks

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

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American Indian/Native American Studies
of 3 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

61%
Receive Any Aid
38%
Receive Pell Grants
3%
Take Out Loans
$8,601
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,687
$30,001 - $48,000$6,976
$48,001 - $75,000$10,388
$75,001 - $110,000$10,830
$110,001+$11,719

Student Demographics

2,743
Total Students
67%
Women
42%
Traditional Age (18-24)
39%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 13%
Hispanic 16%
Black 1%
Asian 27%
Two or More 39%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 39%
With Family 62%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,056 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 30%
Hybrid (Some Online) 18%
Fully Online 51%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 42%
25-64 (Adult) 31%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Windward 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 Windward Community College?
Tuition at Windward 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 $8,601.
What is the graduation rate at Windward Community College?
The graduation rate at Windward Community College is 29%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Windward Community College a good school?
Windward Community College has a Repit College Score of 46/100 (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 Windward Community College?
Windward Community College has a total enrollment of 2,743 students.
Is there rental demand near Windward Community College?
Yes! Approximately 39% of students at Windward Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,056 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Kaneohe area.

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