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Public, 2-Year
Honolulu, HI

Honolulu Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in HI. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$3,174

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

28.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$45,105

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Honolulu Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Honolulu, HI. With a competitive tuition profile of $3,174, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 28.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$6,348

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$15,105

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$144,702

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$295,752

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 28%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Honolulu Community College is $7,534.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
36.2%
63.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Asian
35.7%
Two or more
30.3%
Hispanic
15.4%
White
7.7%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
6.8%
Black
2.3%
Unknown
1.1%
International
0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

2

Burglary

1

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

1

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$3,174

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$4,645
$30k - $48k$6,914
$48k - $75k$8,115
$75k+$8,129

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$7,534
Pell Grant Recipients17.2%
Using Federal Loans2.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment49.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$4,736
Pell Grant Recipients17.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

56.2%

Success

28.3%

In-State Cost

$3,174

Age 25+ Students

34.1%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 8

Working at 6yr

1,062 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Honolulu (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Honolulu (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.