Returning to College
Re-Invest in Yourself
You have a goal to return to college. To learn new skills. To increase your value in the workplace. To support your family. To accelerate your life. To fulfill your potential. To say, "I did it". Let us help you achieve it.
There's a place for you at the UH Community Colleges
- Affordable programs on seven different campuses.
- Flexible classes to meet your busy schedule - choose from day or evening and in-person or online.
- Previously earned credits can be transferred from one UH college to another.
- Qualified students can have 100% of their financial need covered as long as you are enrolled in 6 credits each semester.
- A variety of support services including food, childcare, mental health, and financial resources are available to make sure you will succeed along the way.
Learn more about degree programs
Learn more about free job skills training
Steps to Return
Re-enroll Today
Complete an application to one of our seven campuses.
Check Your Progress
The STAR App will show how far along you are in your program or how the credits you’ve already earned can apply towards your degree.
Contact a Counselor
Connect with counselors who will guide you in choosing the right pathway, getting you registered for classes and providing resources so you can succeed.
Free Training
Not ready for a degree program? Sign up for our free workforce training courses in Hawaiʻi’s high demand industries that will help lead you on a pathway to a good job.
Campus Counselors
Our UHCC campuses are here to help you succeed every step of the way! Connect with a dedicated counselor at one of our campuses to get you started.
Hawai'i Community College
Wailani Walker
(808) 934-2702
warrenwa@hawaii.edu
Honolulu Community College
Jean Maslowski
(808) 845-9278
maslowsk@hawaii.edu
Kapi'olani Community College
Shannon Sakaue
(808) 734-9511
pahihi@hawaii.edu
Kaua'i Community College
Keanna Pavao
(808) 245-8258
keannas@hawaii.edu
Leeward Community College
Franalyn Barnett
(808) 455-0376
franalyn@hawaii.edu
UH Maui College
Linda Fujitani
(808) 984-3226
lkfujita@hawaii.edu
Windward Community College
Heipua Kaopua
(808) 235-7483
heipua@hawaii.edu