- 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 2,386 students (19% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority American and Black), which is less than the state average of 68%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 2,386 students
- In-state tuition: $2,776
- Out-state tuition: $7,624
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 60%
- 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
Associates Colleges
Associates 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
179 staff
269 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Windward Community College has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has decreased from 14:1 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
2,386 students
2,386 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
459 students
459 students
# Part-Time Students
1,927 students
1,927 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
122 students
189 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
459 students
459 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,927 students
1,927 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
40 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
19%
31%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
7%
6%
% Black
15%
14%
% White
40%
32%
% Hawaiian
14%
12%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
2%
Diversity Score
0.76
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2438%
0.2952%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3055%
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 11% 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 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,776
$2,815
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,624
$7,663
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
57%
76%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$9,969
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,250
$5,599
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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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