Is Kauai Community College worth it?
Kauai Community College is a public, two-year institution in Lihue, Hawaii (rural area). It awarded 314 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in accounting technology bookkeeping, liberal arts and sciences and high performance and custom engine technician.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$34,351
Median earnings 4 years after
$49,286
Median earnings 10 years after
$36,868
Average net price
$10,436
Completion rate
48%
Completions (2024)
314
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
716
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $23,210 | $46,998 | 20 |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Graphic Communications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Graphic Communications | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Natural Sciences | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Carpenters | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Carpenters | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 55 |
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 44 |
| High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 33 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 17 |
| High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 14 |
| Electrician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 13 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 13 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 13 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 13 |
| Natural Sciences | Associate | 10 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 31% | 667 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 29% | 613 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 184 |
| Educational Services | 5% | 103 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 100 |
| Public Administration | 3% | 70 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | 3% | 54 |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | 2% | 51 |
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Sources: federal figures for Kauai Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Hawaii. Counts under 10 are not published.
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