College statistics
- Address:
- 1175 Manono Street
Hilo, HI
96720 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- www.hawaii.hawaii.edu/
- Setting:
- Town
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $3,144
- Room and Board:
- $9,894
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $18,313,481
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Lower Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Hawaii Community College is a public two-year institution located in Hilo, Hawaii, serving students across the Big Island with general education and liberal arts coursework. The college enrolls approximately 2,260 students and functions as a regional access point for higher education in a town setting.
In-state tuition is $3,144 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $8,280. The total cost of attendance for in-state students, including room and board, runs to $13,038, making the college an affordable entry point into postsecondary education. Most students are place-bound to Hawaii and use the college as a launch for further education or workforce entry.
As a community college, Hawaii Community College emphasizes transfer pathways to four-year institutions within the University of Hawaii system. The school works best for students seeking an economical foundation in general education, those testing college readiness before committing to a university, and working adults needing flexible scheduling. For information about program offerings, transfer agreements, and student support services, visit www.hawaii.hawaii.edu/.