What programs does Kauai Community College offer and at what credential levels?

The school offers associate degrees and undergraduate certificates in Culinary Arts, Carpenters, Electrical and Power Transmission Installers, and Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. It also provides 21 more programs beyond these specific trades.

How much do graduates of the Culinary Arts program typically earn?

For the Culinary Arts and Related Services associate degree, median earnings 2 years after completion are $25,194.

How many students finish their degree at this school?

The reported completion rate is 28.8%. For public community colleges, this rate often undercounts students who transfer to four-year institutions rather than graduating immediately.

Is this school public or private?

Kauai Community College is a public school located in Lihue, HI.

How does the typical student debt compare to the yearly cost?

The median student debt at completion is $10,500. This is lower than the average annual net price of $10,436, suggesting debt builds slowly or many students finish without borrowing significantly.

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Kauai Community College

Lihue, Hawaii · public · mainly awards certificates · 716 students · ElectricianElectrical LinemanDiesel MechanicsAutomotive TechnologyAviation MaintenanceMedical AssistingPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN)CarpentryCulinary Arts

Avg net price / yr

$10,436

cheaper than 39% of comparable schools

Completion rate

28.8%

Median debt at completion

$10,500

Median earnings (10 yrs after entry)

$36,868

earns ~$3,532.8 per $1k of yearly net price

About

Kauai Community College in Lihue, HI is a public school that mainly awards certificates. With about 716 students, it offers training in trades like carpentry and vehicle repair alongside other programs. The school serves students who need practical skills, including those receiving Pell Grants.

What to know

The average annual net price after aid is $10,436, meaning you pay roughly that much per year out of pocket. About 28.8% of students complete their studies, a figure that undercounts transfers from community colleges. Median student debt at completion is $10,500, which is less than the typical annual cost of attendance.

Net price is 17% above the Hawaii median ($8,942) for schools offering these programs. Reported median earnings are 3% below the national median ($38,112) for comparable schools.

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Programs & what graduates earn

Program	Credential	Median earnings 2 yrs after completion
Culinary Arts and Related Services	associate degree	$25,194
Culinary Arts and Related Services	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Carpenters	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Carpenters	associate degree	not reported
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers	associate degree	not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians	associate degree	not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants	undergraduate certificate	not reported

Show all 19 other programs at this school

Program	Credential	Median earnings (2 yr after completion)
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing	associate degree	$54,661
Hospitality Administration/Management	associate degree	$38,289
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities	associate degree	$26,353
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies	associate degree	not reported
Graphic Communications	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Graphic Communications	associate degree	not reported
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods	associate degree	not reported
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians	associate degree	not reported
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Natural Sciences	associate degree	not reported
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Business Administration, Management and Operations	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Business Administration, Management and Operations	associate degree	not reported
Accounting and Related Services	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Accounting and Related Services	associate degree	not reported
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services	associate degree	not reported
Hospitality Administration/Management	undergraduate certificate	not reported

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Questions students ask

What programs does Kauai Community College offer and at what credential levels?: The school offers associate degrees and undergraduate certificates in Culinary Arts, Carpenters, Electrical and Power Transmission Installers, and Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. It also provides 21 more programs beyond these specific trades.
How much do graduates of the Culinary Arts program typically earn?: For the Culinary Arts and Related Services associate degree, median earnings 2 years after completion are $25,194.
How many students finish their degree at this school?: The reported completion rate is 28.8%. For public community colleges, this rate often undercounts students who transfer to four-year institutions rather than graduating immediately.
Is this school public or private?: Kauai Community College is a public school located in Lihue, HI.
How does the typical student debt compare to the yearly cost?: The median student debt at completion is $10,500. This is lower than the average annual net price of $10,436, suggesting debt builds slowly or many students finish without borrowing significantly.

Other options in Hawaii

School	City	Net price / yr	Completion	Earnings (10 yr)
Honolulu Community College	Honolulu	$7,458	32.9%	$45,105
Hawaii Community College	Hilo	$8,942	31.8%	$34,891

Data: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (most recent release, pulled July 2026), school ID 141802. Figures are federally reported medians and may lag current prices. "Not reported" means the federal dataset suppresses or lacks the value — often due to small cohort sizes. How we compute comparisons. This site is independent and not affiliated with any government agency or school.