The Territorial Legislature established the college in 1941 as the Hawaiʻi Vocational School, beginning with five trades programs—automotive mechanics, carpentry, apparel trades, machine shop and sheet metal and welding. There were 183 students enrolled the first year.

Facilities

In East Hawaiʻi, Hawaiʻi CC shares a campus with University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo (UH Hilo) which consists of a 115-acre Main Campus and a 21-acre campus on Manono Street.

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Aloha mai kākou!

Thank you for choosing to extend your education at Hawai‘i Community College, where you will be embraced by our staff and faculty who truly care about your wellbeing. We pride ourselves on fostering a sense of community as we are all connected and responsible for supporting one another.

Hawaiʻi CC Current Student Membership

Did you know Hawai'i Community College students can join the UH Hilo Student Life Center? 

Spring Kauhale Day 1
March 2, 2018
Hale ʻŌlelo 
UH Hilo, Upper Campus see College of Hawaiian Language Bldg
Parking Passes Required - More info to follow

The University of Hawai‘i system, along with Hawai‘i Community College, is committed to creating a culture of equality, acceptance, and respect for all members of our campus community regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. 

Resources

The University of Hawai‘i Systemwide Commission on LGBTQ+ Equality is comprised of representatives from all 10 UH campuses: