Honolulu Community College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: Honolulu CC / HonCC

Honolulu, HI
(808) 845-9211
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What Are the Key Stats for Honolulu Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$3,174

Total Enrollment

3,342

Graduation Rate

24.8%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

714

Last reported year

How Honolulu Community College Compares

Honolulu Community College's 3,342-student body is mid-range for trade and vocational schools. A 25% graduation rate and $7,870 net price provide useful comparison points when stacking Honolulu Community College against similarly-sized competitors.

Where is Honolulu Community College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Honolulu Community College

155 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 46.0000
100 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0101
44 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 46.0201
37 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 43.0203
26 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 47.0617

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Honolulu Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

In the Early Childhood Education - Preschool (Associates Degree) program at Honolulu Community College, 72% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 24% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,471 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Early Childhood Education - Preschool (Associates Degree)24%72%73%$7,471
Administration of Justice37%77%59%$6,454
Fire & Environmental Emergency Response (In-Person, Hybrid and Distance)37%83%85%$6,834
Carpentry Technology38%75%64%$4,818
Welding Technology (Associates Degree)35%86%74%$6,643

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Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

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Enrollment

Honolulu Community College enrolls 3,342 students. The student body is 51.1% men, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 55% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Honolulu Community College maintains a 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a developing 55% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Honolulu Community College employs 75 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 4% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Honolulu Community College offers programs in 14 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Construction Trades, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Carpentry/Carpenter. In 2025, the college awarded 714 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Honolulu Community College is $3,174 for in-state students and $8,310 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $7,870. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Honolulu Community College achieves a 23.9% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 23.6% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
874 Dillingham Blvd
Honolulu, HI, 96817-4505
Administrator
Karen Lee
Chancellor

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $3,174
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,310
Average Net Price $7,870

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00161200
EIN: 996000354
IPEDS ID: 141680
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