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$3,174Tuition
1,897Students
35%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$45,105Earnings
#4 in HawaiiPublic2-yearData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$3,174
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,310
Average Net Price
$6,399
Students Receiving Financial Aid
17.2%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$17,357
Books & Supplies
$1,350
Median Debt at Graduation
$7,534
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$80/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
49.1%
Students Taking Federal Loans
2.4%
Pell Grant Recipients
17.2%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $4,645
$30,001 – $48,000 $6,914
$48,001 – $75,000 $8,115
$75,001 – $110,000 $8,129
$110,001+ $12,369

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Cost Overview

Most families pay around $6,400 annually after aid, though costs vary dramatically by income. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $4,645 per year, while those from wealthy families ($110,000+) face $12,369 annually. Over two years, total costs range from roughly $9,300 to $24,700.

The school draws heavily from Hawaii's diverse population, with 36% Asian students and strong representation across ethnic groups. Monthly loan payments average just $80, manageable against median earnings of $45,105 ten years out. However, only 49% of borrowers successfully repay their loans. The 18:1 student-faculty ratio reflects the school's practical, workforce-focused mission rather than intensive academic mentoring.

Low-income Hawaii residents get the best financial deal here. In-state students make up 91% of enrollment, and families earning under $48,000 pay less than the average community college nationally.

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