Kauai Community College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: Kauai CC / KauCC

Lihue, HI
(808) 245-8311
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What Are the Key Stats for Kauai Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$3,252

Total Enrollment

1,335

Graduation Rate

47.5%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

314

Last reported year

How Kauai Community College Compares

1,335 students places Kauai Community College squarely in the typical trade-college range. $3,252 tuition and $9,771 net price after aid Graduation runs at 48% and retention at 61%. Use these as a baseline against peer institutions — the school sits in normal trade-college territory across most dimensions.

Where is Kauai Community College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Kauai Community College

49 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0101
45 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 52.0302
33 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 47.0617
18 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 52.0201
17 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 51.3801

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Kauai 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 Medical Assisting program at Kauai Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,984 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Medical Assisting100%100%92%$11,984

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

Explore Kauai Community College

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Enrollment

Kauai Community College enrolls 1,335 students. The student body is 61.6% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 61% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Kauai Community College maintains a 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 61% 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

Kauai Community College employs 45 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides excellent opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 8.9% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Kauai Community College offers programs in 11 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping, and High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic. In 2025, the college awarded 314 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Kauai Community College is $3,252 for in-state students and $8,388 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $9,771. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Kauai Community College achieves a 27.5% 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 25.4% 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
3-1901 Kaumualii Highway
Lihue, HI, 96766-9500
Administrator
Margaret Sanchez
Chancellor

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $3,252
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,388
Average Net Price $9,771

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00161400
EIN: 996000354
IPEDS ID: 141802
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