There’s a place for you

Aloha High School Seniors!

Here are some reasons why the UH Community Colleges are the perfect place to start your future!

Our seven, unique campuses offer:

  • Over 100+ career focused programs and certificates to fast track you into our local workforce.
  • Low tuition starting at $3,000 a year.
  • Generous financial aid and scholarships to help make your education even more affordable.
  • Small class sizes with online or in person, day or evening courses to fit your schedule.
  • Opportunities to transfer seamlessly from an associate degree to a bachelor’s degree within the University of Hawai‘i System.
  • Student support counseling and resources to make sure you can succeed along the way.

Follow these simple steps to start your college journey:

  1. Complete your application with the Kama‘āina App.
    View a Step-by-Step Tutorial on how to complete the Kama‘āina App for the University of Hawai‘i Community Colleges.
  2. Complete the FAFSA, Free Application for Federal Student Aid to help make your college journey affordable. (Note: The 2025-26 application will not be available until December 1).
  3. Set up your UH User Name once you receive your acceptance letter.
  4. Review and complete UH Health Clearance Requirements including the Health Immunization Clearance Form.
  5. Follow the next steps provided in your campus acceptance letter.

Wondering about other opportunities after high school?

Check out our Good Jobs Hawai‘i program that offers free workforce training in industry sectors including healthcare, clean energy, skilled trades, and creative services which will lead you to pathways for in-demand jobs and careers in Hawai‘i.

Good Jobs Hawaii

Any questions about applying and enrolling in our campuses:

Email gouhcc@hawaii.edu or contact us at one of our campuses.