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Kapiolani Community College

Honolulu, Hawaii · City: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#652
Nationally
#1
In Hawaii
$3,144
In-State Tuition
per year
5,822
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
55/100
Good
#652 nationally
#1 in Hawaii
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth73

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Kapiolani Community College is a public two-year community college located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The college enrolls approximately 5,822 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $3,144 per year ($8,280 out-of-state), near the national average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$3,144/yr
In-State Fees$140/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$8,280/yr
Room & Board$1,350/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$4,634/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$9,770/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$3,144↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
5,822
Total Undergrads
66% F / 34% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 10%
Hispanic 12%
Black 1%
Asian 37%
Two or more 26%
International 7%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Reasonable room and board costs at $1,350/yr
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationHonolulu, Hawaii
SettingCity: Large
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#1
in Hawaii out of 7+ colleges
#652
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.