Kauai Community College

Lihue, Hawaii · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$10,436

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

47.5%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

716

In-state tuition

$3,252

Out-of-state tuition

$8,388

Cost of attendance

$18,742

Median earnings (10y)

$36,868

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Rural

Programs breakdown

11 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (30%), trades & services (30%), humanities & arts (21%).

  • STEM2%
  • Health14%
  • Business30%
  • Humanities & arts21%
  • Social sciences4%
  • Trades & services30%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

22 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's132$5,500
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate130
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate77
Culinary Arts and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate40
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate38
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate35
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's24$60,307
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's23
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's22
Graphic Communications.Associate's16
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Associate's14
Culinary Arts and Related Services.Associate's13
Natural Sciences.Associate's13
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Undergraduate certificate12
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Undergraduate certificate11
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies.Associate's10
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.Undergraduate certificate9
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Associate's8
Hospitality Administration/Management.Undergraduate certificate8
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate7
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Associate's7
Carpenters.Undergraduate certificate5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Kauai Community College

Kauai Community College is a small institution located in Lihue, Hawaii, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 716 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Liberal arts, Mechanic & repair.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Kauai Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $10,436 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $3,252 for in-state students and $8,388 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $18,742 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 47.5%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $36,868 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Kauai Community College confers degrees and certificates across 11 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Liberal arts, Mechanic & repair. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (30% of credentials), trades & services (30% of credentials), humanities & arts (21% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Lihue, Hawaii (rural), Kauai Community College draws students from across Hawaii and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Kauai Community College

Q.How much does Kauai Community College cost?

The average net price at Kauai Community College is $10,436 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $18,742.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Kauai Community College?

Kauai Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 47.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Kauai Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Kauai Community College graduate earns $36,868 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Kauai Community College?

Published tuition is $3,252 in-state and $8,388 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Kauai Community College located?

Kauai Community College is located in Lihue, Hawaii (ZIP 96766).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Kauai Community College at their official website.