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Windward Community College

45-720 Keaahala Rd, Kaneohe, HI 96744

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 01122000
  • Chancellor: Douglas Dykstra
  • Fax: (808) 247-5362
  • Type: Public, 2-Year
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Associate's
  • Local Area: Rural Fringe
  • Student Enrollment: 2,625
  • College Alias: WCC, Windward CC

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About
Windward Community College, located in Kaneohe, Hawaii, on the island of O'ahu, was founded in 1972 to provide a variety of educational opportunities for residents on the island. The school maintains close ties to the community, holding annual festivals and being repository of Hawaiian culture and an educator of Hawaiian history. The school is one of ten campuses of the University of Hawaii System that operates all public post secondary institutions in the state.

Academics
Windward Community College offers a number of programs that allow students to pursue academic and career opportunities. Career training programs provide an education in a field or industry that allows for entry as a qualified professional upon completion. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate. Academic transfer programs provide a curriculum that mirrors the first two years of a four year program, followed by the application for transfer to a four year institution to complete their bachelor's degree.

Programs offered include:


Admissions and Financial Aid
Windward Community College is an open enrollment institution that allows any individual who is eighteen years of age or has earned a high school diploma to enroll by completing the application and paying all fees. Students should supply transcripts and test scores, as well as participate in new student enrollment and meet with a counselor prior to registration. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and are awarded based on need as determined by the information provided by the student in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

*Not all of the programs above may be offered
 

Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning

Website:

windward.hawaii.edu

Mission Statement

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Campus Map

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Governing System

  • University of Hawaii Board of Regents

Accreditation

  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Associates--Public 2-Year Colleges Under 4-Year Universities
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Associates
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Higher Part-Time Two-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
  • Size Classification
    • - Small Two-Year

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Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Windward Community College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Health and Clinical Professions

 CertificateAssociateMore Actions
Veterinary Assistant Degree9-
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

 CertificateAssociateMore Actions
Liberal Arts Degree-156
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Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Reviewed on: April 14, 2012 Flag Review
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  • WCC needs to improve. I feel like their faculty are not super-qualified or focused in their teaching. The facilities are somewhat lacking -- not enough opps for tutoring, not enough computers for everyone, small library, etc.

Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Windward Community College accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be accepted.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://windward.hawaii.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Windward Community College admissions office phone number is (808) 235-7432. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://www.hawaii.edu

Admissions Links

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • Open Admission Policy
    • - Accepts Any Student Who Applies

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 2,625

    • - Undergraduate: 2,625

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 923

    - Female: 1,393

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 923

    - Female: 1,393

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 846

    - Part-Time: 1,470

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 846

    - Part-Time: 1,470

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien120.5%
American Indian50.2%
Black291%
Asian45117%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander45717%
Hispanic28011%
White49119%
Unknown150.6%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 181155%
Ages 18-1962227%
Ages 20-2145820%
Ages 22-2433915%
Ages 25-2928412%
Ages 30-341476%
Ages 35-39934%
Ages 40-491446%
Ages 50-65964%
Age Over 65180.8%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 60%
  • Part-Time Students: 36%

Transfer Out Rates and Schools

The transfer out rate of 25% represents the number of students that have successfully transferred out of Windward Community College and entered into another institution, often times a 4-year university. Some of the nearby selected schools by students are listed below.

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students10%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male8%
Female11%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
American Indian-
Black-
Asian12%
Hispanic-
White6%
Unknown-

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Windward Community College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://https:

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$7,047$6,354$6,372
$0 - $30,000$6,114$5,249$5,255
$30,000 - $48,000$6,454$5,827$5,801
$48,001 - $75,000$8,286$7,836$8,354
$75,001 - $110,000$10,398$10,481$10,072
More Than $110,000$10,340$9,697$10,072

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$2,368$2,152$1,936
In-State Tuition and Fees$2,368$2,152$1,936
Out of State Tuition and Fees$7,000$6,784$6,568
Books and Supplies$916$897$879

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
Off Campus
Room and Board$10,702$10,594$10,043
Other Expenses$1,772$1,729$1,674
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$1,554$1,729$1,465

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$3,284$3,049$2,815
In-State$3,284$3,049$2,815
Out of State$7,916$7,681$7,447
Off Campus
In-District$15,758$15,372$14,532
In-State$15,758$15,372$14,532
Out of State$20,390$20,004$19,164
Off Campus with Family
In-District$4,838$4,560$4,280
In-State$4,838$4,560$4,280
Out of State$9,470$9,192$8,912

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Windward Community College financial aid office phone number is (808) 235-7449. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid19163%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid17056%$4,156
All Federal Grants15350%$4,044
Pell Grants15350%$4,026
Other Federal Grants62%$458
State/Local Grants & Scholarships10%$2,000
Institutional Grants & Scholarships4715%$1,826
All Student Loans6421%$4,384
Federal Student Loans6421%$4,384

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)14.1%11.6%9.6%
Number in Default201311
Number in Repayment141112114

Crime & Safety

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Robbery-1-
Aggravated Assault--1
Vehicle Theft11-

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees20313568
Faculty Status1356966
Tenured Faculty4747-
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service1074463
Primarily Instruction1074463
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial77-
Other Professionals52493
Technical and/or Paraprofessional37352
Clerical And Secretarial1919-
Service and/or Maintenance14131

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$70,525 (38)$70,545 (22)$70,497 (16)
Professor$82,897 (20)$83,369 (11)$82,320 (9)
Associate Professor$72,144 (1)- (-)$72,144 (1)
Assistant Professor$59,496 (9)$60,207 (7)$57,006 (2)
Instructor$51,798 (8)$53,367 (4)$50,229 (4)
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$81,930 (6)$77,538 (2)$84,126 (4)
Professor$100,168 (3)$99,732 (1)$100,386 (2)
Associate Professor$73,908 (1)- (-)$73,908 (1)
Instructor$58,584 (2)$55,344 (1)$61,824 (1)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$70,049 (44)$69,953 (24)$70,164 (20)
Professor$82,775 (23)$83,222 (12)$82,287 (11)
Associate Professor$66,308 (2)- (-)$66,308 (2)
Assistant Professor$59,496 (9)$60,207 (7)$57,006 (2)
Instructor$51,025 (10)$51,750 (5)$50,300 (5)
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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