Kapiolani Community College
4303 Diamond Head Rd, Honolulu, HI, 96816-0449 - View a map of this school Map
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The College started as a postsecondary technical school in 1957. In 1965, the school was transferred to the University of Hawai‘i system and renamed Kapi‘olani Community College. Subsequently, the College has expanded its occupational offerings and added the Liberal Arts program, which allows students to undertake course work leading to a baccalaureate degree. It has also added the Continuing Education and Training program, which offers short-term noncredit courses.


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  Kapiolani Community College Community College Avg.
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County Honolulu County, HI -
Title IV Eligible Yes Yes
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Associate of Arts Colleges
Institution Level At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control Public Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 2,640 students 998 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 4,649 students 1,405 students
Total Enrollment 7,289 students 2,164 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 29% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 22% 47%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $3,116 $2,810
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $846 $1,211
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 12% 11%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $960 $1,117
% Students Receiving Loans 3% 37%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $3,749 $3,048
School Notes:
  • The College is located on a scenic 44-acre site in Honolulu, on the island of O‘ahu. It is next to world-renowned Diamond Head Crater, about a mile from Waikiki Beach.
  • Besides the very popular liberal arts program, Kapi‘olani Community College is also known for strong technical, occupational and professional programs. Outreach Kapi‘olani Community College offers a large variety of non-credit programs, many of which are combined in innovative ways with departmental credit courses. National Recognition Programs including culinary studies, health sciences, emergency medical services and legal assistance have received national recognition.
  • Kapi‘olani Community College is dedicated to helping students attain their highest educational potential and providing them with a firm foundation for lifelong learning. The College is committed to providing a full range of programs and support services designed to suit students’ needs—whether they are recent high school graduates, international students, or the presidents of their own companies.
  • Kapiolani Community College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education.
  • Profile last updated: 00/00/0000.
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