For the 2023 school year, there are 7 community colleges serving 24,815 students in Hawaii (7 public colleges and 0 private colleges).
For Hawaii community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $2,815 per year for in-state students and $7,663 for out-of-state students. (view national tuition costs).
The best top ranked community colleges in California include Honolulu Community College and Kapiolani Community College.
Hawaii community colleges have a diversity score of 0.75, which is higher than the national average of 0.70 (view national diversity statistics).
Minority enrollment is 90% (majority Asian) and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
Student by Ethnicity
(HI) School Average
Asian
36%
Hispanic
12%
Black
1%
White
10%
Hawaiian
4%
Two or more races
30%
Non Resident
5%
Unknown
2%

Top Ranked Hawaii Community Colleges (2023)
College
Location
Students
874 Dillingham Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 845-9129
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 845-9129
| 2,957 students
4303 Diamond Head Road
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 734-9000
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 734-9000
| 6,369 students
310 W Kaahumanu Ave
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 984-3500
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 984-3500
| 2,936 students
Community Colleges in Hawaii (Closed)
School
Location
Students
33 S King St, 4th Floor
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 524-4014
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 524-4014
| 267 students
1500 Kapiolani Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814
(808) 955-1500
Honolulu, HI 96814
(808) 955-1500
| 1,401 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many community colleges are located in Hawaii?
There are 7 community colleges serving 24,815 students in Hawaii.
How much do community colleges cost in Hawaii?
For Hawaii community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $2,815 per year for in-state students and $7,663 for out-of-state students.
What are the top ranked community colleges in Hawaii?
The best top ranked community colleges in Hawaii include Honolulu Community College and Kapiolani Community College.
What is community college diversity score in Hawaii?
Hawaii community colleges have a diversity score of 0.75, which is higher than the national average of 0.70 (view national diversity statistics).
How diverse are community college in Hawaii?
Hawaii community college are approximately 90% minority students (majority Asian).
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