College statistics
- Address:
- 45-720 Keaahala Rd
Kaneohe, HI
96744 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- https://windward.hawaii.edu/
- Setting:
- Suburb
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $3,144
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $49,354,667
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Lower Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Windward Community College is a public two-year institution serving the Kaneohe area of Hawaii. Located in a suburban setting on the windward side of Oahu, the college enrolls 2,743 students and offers liberal arts and sciences coursework designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year universities or direct entry into the workforce.
In-state tuition is $3,144 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $8,280. These figures represent the total cost of attendance, making the college one of Hawaii's most affordable higher education options for local residents. The college serves a diverse population of part-time and full-time students seeking accessible, quality education without significant debt.
Windward Community College functions as a vital transfer pathway within the University of Hawaii system, allowing students to complete general education and foundational coursework before earning a bachelor's degree at a four-year campus. This model works best for students seeking an affordable entry point to higher education, those uncertain about their major, and working adults balancing employment and study. For more information, visit windward.hawaii.edu.