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University of Hawaii Maui College

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 15 to 1
Students retention rate 92%
On-time graduation rate 31%

Located in Kahului, Hawaii, University of Hawaii Maui College is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of University of Hawaii Maui College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

University of Hawaii Maui College is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

While the on-time graduation rate at University of Hawaii Maui College is reported to be 31%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Hawaii state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 42% whereas the national average was 49%.

University of Hawaii Maui College boasts an impressive student retention rate of 92% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 76% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission

In-State Tuition & Fees

$3,278

Cost of attendance at University of Hawaii Maui College in 2022 for students from Hawaii.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Hawaii's average $7,722
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$8,414

Cost of attendance at University of Hawaii Maui College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Hawaii's average $20,994
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 79 of freshman students at University of Hawaii Maui College received on average $4,854 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$4,854
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 130 47% $4,832 $628,125
Other Federal Grant 218 78% $3,581 $780,725
State Grant/Scholarships 70 25% $2,039 $142,712
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 80 29% $1,805 $144,419
Total Grant & Scholarships 220 79% $4,854 $1,067,856

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Hawaii Maui College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of Hawaii Maui College students is 30.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 28.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 33.5%.

30.6%

  • asian 39.8% 47 students
  • white 21.7% 10 students
  • hawaiian 14.3% 3 students
  • hispanic 32.8% 19 students
  • Mixed Race 26.9% 36 students

Service Offerings

University of Hawaii Maui College provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Hawaii Maui College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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