- Windward Community College is committed to excellence in the liberal arts and career development; we support and challenge individuals to develop skills, fulfill their potential, enrich their lives, and become contributing, culturally aware members of our community.
School Highlights
Windward Community College serves 2,765 students (18% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the state community college average of 33:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 2,765 students
- In-state tuition: $2,776
- Out-state tuition: $7,624
- Student-teacher ratio: 43:1
- Minority enrollment: 86%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Windward Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 63% over five years.
Windward Community College
(HI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
65 staff
65 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Windward Community College has grown by 20% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 43:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Windward Community College diversity score of 0.77 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,765 students
2,289 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
43:1
33:1
# Full-Time Students
510 students
510 students
# Part-Time Students
2,255 students
1,865 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,765 students
2,289 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
510 students
510 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,255 students
2,191 students
% Asian
21%
32%
% Hispanic
16%
15%
% Black
1%
1%
% White
14%
12%
% Hawaiian
7%
6%
% Two or more races
37%
30%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
3%
2%
Diversity Score
0.77
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
25%
28%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,900
$34,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,776 is less than the state average of $2,815. The in-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,624 is less than the state average of $7,663. The out-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,776
$2,815
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,624
$7,663
Tuition Notes
$131 per credit
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
70%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$9,969
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,250
$5,599
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Located on 50 lush acres at the foot of the Ko�olau in Kane�ohe, Windward Community College, a part of the University of Hawai�i system offers its own special approach to higher education: convenient, affordable, and personal�with a commitment to helping students succeed and an island spirit of �ohana. Windward Community College offers Associate in Arts Degree and Associate Degree in Technical Studies. The college offers Academic Subject Certificate in Arts and Business. Established in October 1985, the Center for Aerospace Education(CAE) supports the three primary missions of Windward Community College: traditional credit programs for undergraduate students with special emphasis on liberal arts education, workforce development and vocational training and informal educational outreach programs for our island community (from grades K to senior citizens). Established in Fall 2004 the Windward Community College Office of Institutional Research supports faculty and staff in reporting the institutional information of the College. It also presents this information to students and prospective students for their decision-making regarding the College.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Windward Community College cost?
Windward Community College's tuition is approximately $2,776 for In-State students and $7,624 for Out-State students.
What is Windward Community College's ranking?
Windward Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Hawaii for: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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