Colleges in Hawaii

Hawaii attracts students from throughout the world interested in higher education and beautiful weather. Colleges on the Hawaiian Islands act as gateways between Asia and North America. Hawaii's warm temperatures and exotic locales are added bonuses for college students. The state funds community colleges in major cities like Honolulu and Hilo as part of the University of Hawaii system. You can start your career with a degree from one of these Hawaiian colleges.
  1. Hawaii Tokai International College

    • Hawaii Tokai International College offers a two-year degree program in liberal arts. This school also trains international students for American schools through the College Preparatory Program. The four-year transfer track allows students to complete general courses before registering at 13 universities from Hawaii to New York. The Learning Center contains a pair of computer labs as well as a small library. The college maintains seven floors of dorm rooms within its main campus building. Students stay active outside of the classroom in organizations like the Baseball Club and the Kendo Club.

      Hawaii Tokai International College

      2241 Kapiolani Blvd.

      Honolulu, HI 96826

      808-983-4121

      hawaiitokai.edu

    Kapi'olani Community College

    • Kapi'olani Community College hosts two-year degree programs ranging from hotel operations to accounting. The school also coordinates courses and career planning services for the Culinary Institute of the Pacific. This institute solicits student volunteers to assist with cooking demonstrations as well as the Saturday Farmers' Market. The Kahikoluamea Center offers student services including tutoring, academic advising and job skills training. The Koa Gallery displays student art as well as paintings and sculptures representative of Hawaiian culture. Student organizations like the International Club and Slow Food KCC host events throughout the academic year.

      Kapi'olani Community College

      4303 Diamond Head Road

      Honolulu, HI 96816

      808-734-9000

      kapiolani.hawaii.edu

    Maui College

    • Maui College confers two-year degrees in technical fields such as maintenance painting and hospitality. Students can also pursue four-year degrees in information technology and engineering technology. The Ho'okahua Student Center contains computer labs and private study areas available for group projects. New students adjust to life at Maui College by enrolling in the Frosh Camp each August. Students can stay close to shopping, beaches and campus buildings at the school's off-campus apartment complex. The school provides funding for student organizations like the Aikido Club and the Rotaract Club.

      Maui College

      310 Ka'ahumanu Ave.

      Kahului, HI 96732

      808-984-3267

      maui.hawaii.edu

    Hawaii Community College

    • Hawaii Community College features two-year degrees in professional fields like food service and diesel mechanics. Students interested in transferring to four-year schools can complete courses in botany and digital media art. The Learning Center at Hawaii Community College offers tutoring sessions and career assistance. The school has partnered with the University of Hawaii-Hilo to make resources at the Edwin Mookini Library available to community college students. This partnership extends to limited accommodations at the university's residence halls and apartments. Organizations like the Autobody Club and Students against Substance Abuse provide leadership opportunities to students.

      Hawaii Community College

      200 W. Kawili St.

      Hilo, HI 96720

      808-974-7611

      hawaii.hawaii.edu

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