- 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 3,795 students (14% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 89%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,795 students
- In-state tuition: $2,776
- Out-state tuition: $7,624
- Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
- Minority enrollment: 88%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 179 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Windward Community College
(HI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
179 staff
269 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Windward Community College has grown by 50% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The Windward Community College diversity score of 0.76 is equal to the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,795 students
3,377 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
516 students
695 students
# Part-Time Students
3,279 students
2,682 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
379 students
379 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
516 students
695 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,279 students
2,292 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
40 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
21%
32%
% Hispanic
17%
14%
% Black
1%
1%
% White
12%
11%
% Hawaiian
7%
6%
% Two or more races
38%
31%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
3%
2%
Diversity Score
0.76
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
25%
28%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
27%
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
57%
76%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$9,969
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,250
$5,599
Source: 2024 (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.
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