The University of Hawai'i Community Colleges (UHCC)
The University of Hawai'i Community Colleges (UHCC) is a statewide
system of seven community colleges providing access to affordable, quality education leading to certificates and degrees in a variety of program from career and technical education to liberal arts
education.
06/18/2026
UH is tackling Hawai‘i’s teacher shortage head-on. Check out how the Hoapili Teacher Pathways program is empowering the next generation of local educators.
The UH Community Colleges is addressing the state's critical teacher shortage with the Hoapili Teacher Pathways program. https://www.khon2.com/living-808/hoapili-teacher-pathways-program/
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"One of the best moments as a teacher is seeing that spark."
If you share Meleana’s passion for inspiring our keiki, the Hoapili Teacher Pathways program is your sign to start. We’re making the journey to becoming a licensed elementary school teacher easier for future educators across the state!
- Tuition-Free core online courses.
- 100% Online classes scheduled after-work hours.
- No prerequisites or prior experience needed to start.
Your journey to shaping the future of our keiki starts right here.
Visit UHKumu.org to sign up today!
Ciera Adversalo-Clarke once sat in classrooms at Windward Community College wondering if she was on the right path.
Today, she’s a transfer counselor at Windward Community College, supporting students with the same care and encouragement she once received.
Now she’s helping the next generation move forward with confidence—one conversation at a time. uhcc.hawaii.edu/transfer
Start here. Go beyond.
Life can change in an instant—but the right start can change everything.
Meet David Grupen. He began at Honolulu Community College before transferring to William S. Richardson School of Law where he discovered his passion for helping others through law and public service.
Today, he’s using that path to make a real impact in the community.
Start here. Go beyond. uhcc.hawaii.edu/transfer
Bruce Torres-Fischer’s journey shows what’s possible when you start Hawai`i Community College
With a focus on ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi and preserving local voices, he built a path that carried him all the way to a PhD at University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo.
His story is rooted in culture, community, and the belief that our voices deserve to shape the future of Hawaiʻi.
Start Here. Go beyond.
As a first-generation student, Leilani didn’t walk into college with a roadmap—just determination.
At Leeward Community College, she found more than classes. She found mentors, peers, and a community that helped her bridge her way to University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Her journey is proof that small beginnings can lead to powerful destinations.
Start Here. Go beyond.
05/05/2026
Summer is a great opportunity to stay on track—or get ahead. Registration is now open for summer courses across all seven UH Community Colleges, with flexible, accelerated options to fit your schedule. Summer tuition remains $131 per credit for Hawaiʻi residents, the same as fall and spring. apply.hawaii.edu
04/30/2026
Calling all Class of 2026 Hawai‘i public high school seniors! Tomorrow, May 1, is the deadline to accept your Fall admission to one of our nine UH campuses ( UH Community Colleges, University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo, University of Hawaii - West Oahu) through Direct2UH! Visit direct2UH.com to complete your Campus Choice form today. We can't wait to see you this Fall!
For Dexter, success wasn’t about leaving home—it was about giving back to it.
He started at University of Hawai'i Maui College and continued his journey with University of Hawaii - West Oahu—all while staying rooted on Maui.
Now he’s focused on making an impact in his own community and helping the next generation succeed right where they are.
Start here. Go beyond.
