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Windward Community College

Kaneohe, HI · Public · Associate's degrees · Suburb

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About Windward Community College

Windward Community College is a public community college in Kāneʻohe, Hawaiʻi. It is part of the University of Hawaiʻi System and accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Created in 1972, Windward Community College primarily serves the windward Oahu region, offering college courses, non-credit classes, and community activities. Windward CC's strengths are in Hawaiian studies, natural sciences, fine arts, veterinary technology, and vocational training. Most of its students are from the windward side of Oʻahu and transfer to four-year colleges, including the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and Hawaii Pacific University. Key facilities include Palikū Theatre, Hōkūlani Imaginarium (a full-dome planetarium), Aerospace Exploration Lab (a hands-on physical science exploratorium), Lanihuli Observatory, Gallery ʻIolani (an art gallery), and a Library Learning Commons that opened in 2012.

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Open

Acceptance

$8,169

Net price

1,159

Enrollment

31%

Grad rate

Report Card

C-

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

A+

Affordability

Average net price after aid

N/A

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

A

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

Open admissions

Acceptance rate

SAT average

ACT midpoint

This school has an open-admissions policy — most applicants are admitted.

Cost & Financial Aid

$8,169

Average net price

$3,194

In-state tuition

$8,330

Out-of-state tuition

Room & board

$1,360

Books & supplies

$15,522

Total cost of attendance

15%

Students receiving Pell grants

2%

Students with federal loans

$9,500

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$6,750
$30–48K
$8,123
$48–75K
$9,900
$75–110K
$10,873
$110K+
$13,794

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$38,439

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$30,631

Median earnings (6 yrs)

31%

Graduation rate

63%

Retention rate

63%

Earn more than a HS grad

$16,441

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

1,159

Total enrollment

57%

Part-time

25

Avg. age at entry

48%

First-generation

Gender balance

66% women
34% men

Race & ethnicity

Two or more races
44%
Hispanic
19%
White
12%
Asian
12%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
9%
Black
1%

Windward Community College FAQ

Is Windward Community College a public or private school?

Windward Community College is a public institution located in Kaneohe, HI.

What is the acceptance rate at Windward Community College?

Windward Community College has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.

How much does Windward Community College cost?

The average annual net price at Windward Community College is $8,169 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $3,194 in-state and $8,330 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Windward Community College?

About 31% of students at Windward Community College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Windward Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Windward Community College students earn a median of $38,439 per year.

How many students attend Windward Community College?

Windward Community College enrolls about 1,159 students.

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