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Windward Community College

Kaneohe, HI·Public·1,109 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 1,109 students.

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Accept
1,109
Students
$7,533
Net Price
N/A
Grad Rate
$32,400
Earnings
10 yr
$7,175
Debt

About This School

Windward Community College is a public institution located in Kaneohe, Hawaii with approximately 1,109 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $7,533 per year. Typical graduates earn $32,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

Windward Community College is a public community college in Kāneʻohe, Hawaiʻi. It is part of the University of Hawaiʻi System and accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.

This small public college in Kāneʻohe offers a genuinely affordable path — with median debt at graduation of just $7,175 and an average net price of $7,533/year, the financial risk is low. Worth considering if you're looking for an accessible entry point into the University of Hawaiʻi system or want to complete general education credits without breaking the bank. The one honest concern: median earnings of $32,400 a decade out suggest most students will need to transfer and earn a higher degree to significantly improve long-term income.

Founded
1972
Setting
Midsize suburb

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$3,194
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,330
Avg Net Price
$7,533
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants13%
Median debt at graduation$7,175

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$7,175
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$7,175
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$26,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.5x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White13%
Black1%
Hispanic/Latino19%
Asian13%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,109 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Windward Community College

45-720 Keaahala Rd

Kaneohe, HI 96744-3528

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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