Guide to Hawaii Colleges & Universities
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Hawaii's Colleges by the Numbers
Associate, bachelor's, masters, and doctoral degree completions at institutions in Hawaii have been declining over the past 5 years. In 2024, students completed 21,436 that were offered by Hawaii's colleges and universities. That was a decrease of 11% from completions reported in 2020.
Schools with Degree Completions
Est. Total Completions in 2024
Est. Completions (Last 5 Years)
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Top School For Adults & Online Students
Franklin University is a top choice for transfer students, online learners and adults who need to balance school with busy lives. Founded in 1902 in Columbus, Ohio, Franklin's main focus has been serving adult students and tailoring education to fit their needs. Nonprofit and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org/800.621.7440), Franklin offers more than 50 bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs — all available 100% online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
5,111
Completions By Degree
2,605
Est. Online Degree Offerings
100%
Private Colleges & Universities Offering Degrees in Hawaii
There are at least 13 schools offering degrees in Hawaii, and 13 are four-year private colleges or universities where about 19,281 undergraduate students were enrolled. In 2024, a total of 6,675 degrees were completed at private colleges and universities, including 4,323 that were offered online.
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Franklin offers more than 50 online bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctoral programs in in Hawaii. Franklin University is an institutionally accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are adults and all programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at Franklin University. In 2024, 1,602 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 98 associate degrees, 840 master's degrees, and 65 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
5,111
Completions By Degree
2,605
Est. Online Degree Availability
100%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Hawaii Pacific University is an institutionally accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and some programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at Hawaii Pacific University. In 2024, 445 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 144 associate degrees, 209 master's degrees, and 14 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
2,502
Completions By Degree
812
Est. Online Degree Availability
59%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Brigham Young University-Hawaii is an institutionally accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and no programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at Brigham Young University-Hawaii. In 2024, 617 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 26 associate degrees, 0 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
2,812
Completions By Degree
643
Est. Online Degree Availability
0%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Institute of Clinical Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine is an institutionally accredited for profit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and no programs completed were offered online. Master's degrees are the most popular at Institute of Clinical Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine. In 2024, 11 master's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 bachelor's degrees, and 5 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
0
Completions By Degree
16
Est. Online Degree Availability
0%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
University of Phoenix-Hawaii is a non-accredited for profit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are adults and no programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at University of Phoenix-Hawaii. In 2024, 12 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
10
Completions By Degree
12
Est. Online Degree Availability
0%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Chaminade University of Honolulu is an institutionally accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and most programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at Chaminade University of Honolulu. In 2024, 264 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 60 associate degrees, 188 master's degrees, and 20 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,648
Completions By Degree
532
Est. Online Degree Availability
69%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Hawaii Pacific University is an institutionally accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and some programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at Hawaii Pacific University. In 2024, 445 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 144 associate degrees, 209 master's degrees, and 14 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
2,502
Completions By Degree
812
Est. Online Degree Availability
59%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
University of Phoenix-Hawaii is a non-accredited for profit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are adults and no programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at University of Phoenix-Hawaii. In 2024, 12 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
10
Completions By Degree
12
Est. Online Degree Availability
0%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Pacific Rim Christian University is an institutionally accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and some programs completed were offered online. Associate degrees are the most popular at Pacific Rim Christian University. In 2024, 9 associate degrees were completed. In addition, 4 bachelor's degrees, 7 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
113
Completions By Degree
20
Est. Online Degree Availability
65%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Pacific Rim Christian University is an institutionally accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and some programs completed were offered online. Associate degrees are the most popular at Pacific Rim Christian University. In 2024, 9 associate degrees were completed. In addition, 4 bachelor's degrees, 7 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
113
Completions By Degree
20
Est. Online Degree Availability
65%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Chaminade University of Honolulu is an institutionally accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and most programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at Chaminade University of Honolulu. In 2024, 264 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 60 associate degrees, 188 master's degrees, and 20 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,648
Completions By Degree
532
Est. Online Degree Availability
69%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Institute of Clinical Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine is an institutionally accredited for profit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and no programs completed were offered online. Master's degrees are the most popular at Institute of Clinical Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine. In 2024, 11 master's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 bachelor's degrees, and 5 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
0
Completions By Degree
16
Est. Online Degree Availability
0%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Brigham Young University-Hawaii is an institutionally accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and no programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at Brigham Young University-Hawaii. In 2024, 617 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 26 associate degrees, 0 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
2,812
Completions By Degree
643
Est. Online Degree Availability
0%
Public Colleges & Universities in Hawaii
There are 6 four-year public colleges located in Hawaii. About 38,152 students were enrolled in undergraduate programs, and about 11,424 degrees were completed at public colleges in Hawaii. Tuition shown reflects in-state rates.
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
University of Hawaii at Hilo is an institutionally accredited public 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and no programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at University of Hawaii at Hilo. In 2024, 542 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 70 master's degrees, and 41 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
2,260
Completions By Degree
653
Est. Online Degree Availability
0%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
University of Hawaii at Hilo is an institutionally accredited public 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and no programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at University of Hawaii at Hilo. In 2024, 542 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 70 master's degrees, and 41 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
2,260
Completions By Degree
653
Est. Online Degree Availability
0%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
University of Hawaii-West Oahu is an institutionally accredited public 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and all programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at University of Hawaii-West Oahu. In 2024, 610 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
2,510
Completions By Degree
610
Est. Online Degree Availability
98%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
University of Hawaii at Manoa is an institutionally accredited public 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and minimal programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at University of Hawaii at Manoa. In 2024, 3,052 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 953 master's degrees, and 444 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
14,306
Completions By Degree
4,449
Est. Online Degree Availability
6%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
University of Hawaii-West Oahu is an institutionally accredited public 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and all programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at University of Hawaii-West Oahu. In 2024, 610 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
2,510
Completions By Degree
610
Est. Online Degree Availability
98%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
University of Hawaii at Manoa is an institutionally accredited public 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and minimal programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at University of Hawaii at Manoa. In 2024, 3,052 bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 953 master's degrees, and 444 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
14,306
Completions By Degree
4,449
Est. Online Degree Availability
6%
Community Colleges in Hawaii
There are 14 community colleges in Hawaii where students can earn 2-year associate degrees. In 2024, about 28,348 students were enrolled in undergraduate courses at community colleges in Hawaii, and about 5,880 associate degrees were completed.
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Leeward Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and most programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
3,382
Completions By Degree
798
Est. Online Degree Availability
68%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Kauai Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and minimal programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
726
Completions By Degree
137
Est. Online Degree Availability
7%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Leeward Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and most programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
3,382
Completions By Degree
798
Est. Online Degree Availability
68%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Kauai Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and minimal programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
726
Completions By Degree
137
Est. Online Degree Availability
7%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Windward Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and most programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,109
Completions By Degree
242
Est. Online Degree Availability
78%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Windward Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and most programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,109
Completions By Degree
242
Est. Online Degree Availability
78%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Honolulu Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and no programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,897
Completions By Degree
475
Est. Online Degree Availability
0%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Honolulu Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and no programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,897
Completions By Degree
475
Est. Online Degree Availability
0%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
University of Hawaii Maui College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and minimal programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,635
Completions By Degree
324
Est. Online Degree Availability
3%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
University of Hawaii Maui College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and minimal programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,635
Completions By Degree
324
Est. Online Degree Availability
3%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Hawaii Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and no programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,470
Completions By Degree
286
Est. Online Degree Availability
0%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Kapiolani Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and some programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
3,955
Completions By Degree
678
Est. Online Degree Availability
54%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Hawaii Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and no programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,470
Completions By Degree
286
Est. Online Degree Availability
0%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Kapiolani Community College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and some programs completed were offered online.
Undergraduate Enrollment
3,955
Completions By Degree
678
Est. Online Degree Availability
54%
2-Year Private For-Profit Schools in Hawaii
There are at least 2 two-year private for-profit schools offering associate degrees in Hawaii. According to 2024 data from Lightcast™, in 2024, a total of 62 associate degrees were completed at those institutions. Tuition shown reflects in-state rates.
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Hawaii Medical College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are adults and all programs completed were offered online. Associate degrees are the most popular at Hawaii Medical College. In 2024, 31 associate degrees were completed. In addition, 0 bachelor's degrees, 0 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
217
Completions By Degree
31
Est. Online Degree Availability
100%
Avg. UG Tuition & Fees
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Hawaii Medical College is an institutionally accredited 2-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are adults and all programs completed were offered online. Associate degrees are the most popular at Hawaii Medical College. In 2024, 31 associate degrees were completed. In addition, 0 bachelor's degrees, 0 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were earned.
Undergraduate Enrollment
217
Completions By Degree
31
Est. Online Degree Availability
100%
Affordable Colleges in Hawaii
Wondering what you can expect to pay for a degree in Hawaii? According to undergraduate tuition data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, the average tuition at Hawaii's 4-year nonprofit schools is $19,924. The average tuition at similar 4-year for-profit schools in Hawaii is $9,552, while tuition at 2-year online colleges and universities is N/A.
4-Year Nonprofit
4-Year For-Profit
2-Year
Accredited Colleges Serving Hawaii
Earning a college degree is an investment — and earning a degree from an institutionally accredited university is one of the best ways to ensure your education is of high quality. Institutionally accredited universities are held to rigorous standards by state and regional bodies and undergo regular reviews to verify that their processes and academic programs meet the proper standards.
Wondering if a certain college or university offering degree programs in Hawaii is institutionally accredited? View a list of institutionally accredited colleges and universities serving Hawaii here. We've made it easy to find your school by breaking down the list by school type.
- Franklin University
- Chaminade University of Honolulu
- Hawaii Pacific University
- Pacific Rim Christian University
- Chaminade University of Honolulu
- Hawaii Pacific University
- Brigham Young University-Hawaii
- Brigham Young University-Hawaii
- Pacific Rim Christian University
- Leeward Community College
- Kauai Community College
- Leeward Community College
- Kauai Community College
- Windward Community College
- Windward Community College
- Honolulu Community College
- Honolulu Community College
- University of Hawaii Maui College
- University of Hawaii Maui College
- Hawaii Community College
- Kapiolani Community College
- Hawaii Community College
- Kapiolani Community College
- Institute of Clinical Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
- Institute of Clinical Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
Hawaii Job Market & Opportunities
What happens after you earn your college degree in Hawaii? What's the Hawaii job market outlook? Get a snapshot of jobs and careers, including annual job openings, median earnings and more.
In 2024, there were about 945,247 jobs in Hawaii. From 2023-2024, job growth in Hawaii was below the national average, at 1.4%. There were 118,049 job openings in the state. In terms of earnings, workers in Hawaii do better than the national average, with an average hourly pay of $25.12.