University of Hawaii, Maui College : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings
About University of Hawaii
On Maui, college life comes with ocean breezes and mountain views. University of Hawaii Maui College blends applied learning with island‑rooted perspectives. It's known for hands‑on work in sustainability, business, technology, creative fields, and the study of Hawaii's culture and environment. Facilities include modern classrooms and labs, a well‑used library, tutoring and writing help, advising and counseling, plus financial aid guidance. The atmosphere is friendly and close‑knit, with a practical approach that favors real skills and teamwork.
Student life leans active and community‑minded. Clubs, cultural gatherings, and service projects keep the calendar busy, and after class it's beaches, trails, and paddling if that's your thing. The campus has a reputation for place‑based learning and events that honor local traditions. Career prep runs through internships and employer meetups, often tied to island businesses, nonprofits, and public agencies. Living in Kahului brings access to local food, arts, and work opportunities, and a sense of aloha you can actually feel.
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Degree Programs & Career Salary Prospects
Explore degree programs offered at University of Hawaii, Maui College with detailed career prospects, starting salary ranges, and job opportunities in Hawaii. See what you can do with your degree and expected earnings after graduation.
Liberal Arts (1)
Liberal Arts Education, General Studies and Humanities
24.0101
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
(Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
25-1199 | Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $94,470 | $80,770 | -$13,700 (-14.5%) |
Health (3)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
51.0602
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist.
(Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
25-1071 | Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $137,900 | $65,890 | -$72,010 (-52.2%) |
29-1292 | Dental Hygienists | $93,890 | $98,200 | +$4,310 (+4.6%) |
51.3801
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
(Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
25-1072 | Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $87,090 | $98,390 | +$11,300 (+13%) |
29-1141 | Registered Nurses | $98,430 | $116,290 | +$17,860 (+18.1%) |
51.3901
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training.
(Cert<1y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
29-2061 | Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $64,150 | $65,660 | +$1,510 (+2.4%) |
Personal Services (2)
Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Personal Care
12.0500
Culinary Arts and Related Services.
(Cert<1y, Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
35-1011 | Chefs and Head Cooks | $64,720 | $92,510 | +$27,790 (+42.9%) |
35-1012 | First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | $44,900 | $55,540 | +$10,640 (+23.7%) |
35-2012 | Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria | $37,310 | $51,410 | +$14,100 (+37.8%) |
35-2014 | Cooks, Restaurant | $37,730 | $47,240 | +$9,510 (+25.2%) |
35-2019 | Cooks, All Other | $38,000 | $38,720 | +$720 (+1.9%) |
Business (10)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
52.0101
Business/Commerce, General.
(Cert<1y, Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
11-1011 | Chief Executives | $262,930 | $233,820 | -$29,110 (-11.1%) |
11-1021 | General and Operations Managers | $133,120 | $114,390 | -$18,730 (-14.1%) |
11-2022 | Sales Managers | $160,930 | $122,670 | -$38,260 (-23.8%) |
11-3012 | Administrative Services Managers | $126,030 | $106,400 | -$19,630 (-15.6%) |
11-3013 | Facilities Managers | $114,520 | $113,580 | -$940 (-0.8%) |
11-3051 | Industrial Production Managers | $129,180 | $131,460 | +$2,280 (+1.8%) |
11-3071 | Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | $116,010 | $105,080 | -$10,930 (-9.4%) |
11-9021 | Construction Managers | $119,660 | $102,810 | -$16,850 (-14.1%) |
11-9072 | Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling | $87,060 | $86,740 | -$320 (-0.4%) |
11-9151 | Social and Community Service Managers | $86,100 | $70,660 | -$15,440 (-17.9%) |
11-9179 | Personal Service Managers, All Other | $70,620 | $86,650 | +$16,030 (+22.7%) |
11-9199 | Managers, All Other | $149,890 | $104,950 | -$44,940 (-30%) |
13-1051 | Cost Estimators | $83,160 | $78,120 | -$5,040 (-6.1%) |
13-1082 | Project Management Specialists | $108,100 | N/A | N/A |
13-1111 | Management Analysts | $114,710 | $86,640 | -$28,070 (-24.5%) |
13-2022 | Appraisers of Personal and Business Property | N/A | N/A | N/A |
25-1011 | Business Teachers, Postsecondary | $113,840 | $69,430 | -$44,410 (-39%) |
52.0301
Accounting.
(Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
13-2011 | Accountants and Auditors | $93,520 | $71,040 | -$22,480 (-24%) |
13-2022 | Appraisers of Personal and Business Property | N/A | N/A | N/A |
13-2031 | Budget Analysts | $93,920 | $90,270 | -$3,650 (-3.9%) |
13-2041 | Credit Analysts | $98,040 | $86,460 | -$11,580 (-11.8%) |
13-2054 | Financial Risk Specialists | $119,930 | $89,630 | -$30,300 (-25.3%) |
13-2061 | Financial Examiners | $103,650 | $66,860 | -$36,790 (-35.5%) |
13-2081 | Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents | $67,570 | $84,110 | +$16,540 (+24.5%) |
13-2082 | Tax Preparers | $58,860 | $51,650 | -$7,210 (-12.2%) |
25-1011 | Business Teachers, Postsecondary | $113,840 | $69,430 | -$44,410 (-39%) |
52.0302
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping.
(Cert<1y, Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
13-2082 | Tax Preparers | $58,860 | $51,650 | -$7,210 (-12.2%) |
43-3031 | Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | $52,020 | $50,210 | -$1,810 (-3.5%) |
43-3051 | Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks | $56,870 | $56,740 | -$130 (-0.2%) |
43-4011 | Brokerage Clerks | $67,680 | $63,940 | -$3,740 (-5.5%) |
43-9111 | Statistical Assistants | $55,470 | $50,190 | -$5,280 (-9.5%) |
52.0401
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General.
(Cert<1y, Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
43-1011 | First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers | $71,560 | $63,830 | -$7,730 (-10.8%) |
43-4161 | Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping | $50,950 | $47,890 | -$3,060 (-6%) |
43-6011 | Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants | $77,060 | $76,740 | -$320 (-0.4%) |
43-6014 | Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | $47,640 | $52,920 | +$5,280 (+11.1%) |
52.0799
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, Other.
(Cert2y+)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
99-9999 | NO MATCH | N/A | N/A | N/A |
52.0901
Hospitality Administration/Management, General.
(Cert<1y, Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
11-9051 | Food Service Managers | $72,370 | $91,790 | +$19,420 (+26.8%) |
11-9072 | Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling | $87,060 | $86,740 | -$320 (-0.4%) |
11-9081 | Lodging Managers | $77,460 | $129,120 | +$51,660 (+66.7%) |
11-9179 | Personal Service Managers, All Other | $70,620 | $86,650 | +$16,030 (+22.7%) |
Media Tech (2)
Digital Media Technologies and Broadcasting Systems
10.0304
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects.
(Cert<1y, Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
27-1014 | Special Effects Artists and Animators | $110,110 | N/A | N/A |
Construction (2)
Building Trades, Construction Management and Skilled Crafts
46.0415
Building Construction Technology/Technician.
(Cert<1y, Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
17-3022 | Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $68,450 | $68,130 | -$320 (-0.5%) |
47-1011 | First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $84,500 | $94,430 | +$9,930 (+11.8%) |
Mechanics (2)
Automotive Technology, Equipment Repair and Maintenance
47.0617
High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic.
(Cert<1y, Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
49-1011 | First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | $82,930 | $82,290 | -$640 (-0.8%) |
49-3023 | Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | $55,260 | $56,500 | +$1,240 (+2.2%) |
Interdisciplinary (2)
Cross-Disciplinary Studies and Integrated Research Programs
30.1801
Natural Sciences.
(Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
11-9121 | Natural Sciences Managers | $173,500 | $111,910 | -$61,590 (-35.5%) |
19-1099 | Life Scientists, All Other | $101,940 | $84,560 | -$17,380 (-17%) |
19-2099 | Physical Scientists, All Other | $123,070 | $105,880 | -$17,190 (-14%) |
25-1199 | Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $94,470 | $80,770 | -$13,700 (-14.5%) |
30.3301
Sustainability Studies.
(Cert2y+)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
11-9121 | Natural Sciences Managers | $173,500 | $111,910 | -$61,590 (-35.5%) |
19-1031 | Conservation Scientists | $74,310 | $83,510 | +$9,200 (+12.4%) |
19-2041 | Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $88,640 | $76,600 | -$12,040 (-13.6%) |
19-3051 | Urban and Regional Planners | $89,730 | $79,330 | -$10,400 (-11.6%) |
19-3099 | Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $106,440 | $102,400 | -$4,040 (-3.8%) |
19-4042 | Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $56,770 | $56,240 | -$530 (-0.9%) |
25-1053 | Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $100,360 | N/A | N/A |
25-1199 | Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $94,470 | $80,770 | -$13,700 (-14.5%) |
Public Services (2)
Public Administration, Social Work and Community Services
44.0000
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
(Cert<1y, Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
11-9151 | Social and Community Service Managers | $86,100 | $70,660 | -$15,440 (-17.9%) |
21-1093 | Social and Human Service Assistants | $47,090 | $44,260 | -$2,830 (-6%) |
21-1099 | Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other | $58,360 | $58,430 | +$70 (+0.1%) |
Security & Safety (2)
Emergency Management, Law Enforcement and Public Safety
43.0107
Criminal Justice/Police Science.
(Cert<1y, Cert<2y)
Graduate Career Earnings in Hawaii
SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Hawaii Avg | HI vs US |
---|---|---|---|---|
25-1111 | Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary | $84,820 | N/A | N/A |
33-3011 | Bailiffs | $62,180 | $49,810 | -$12,370 (-19.9%) |
33-3021 | Detectives and Criminal Investigators | $98,770 | $110,850 | +$12,080 (+12.2%) |
33-3051 | Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers | $79,320 | $86,490 | +$7,170 (+9%) |
33-9021 | Private Detectives and Investigators | $61,680 | $56,910 | -$4,770 (-7.7%) |
Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs
Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students
Financial Aid & Student Support
Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students
Student Success Metrics
Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.
Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes
Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about University of Hawaii, Maui College
How much does it cost to attend University of Hawaii, Maui College?
The annual tuition at University of Hawaii, Maui College is $3,284 for in-state students and $8,420 for out-of-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $4,634 for in-state students and $9,770 for out-of-state students. Additional costs include room and board $18,020 (off-campus) and books and supplies $1,350.
Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Tuition and cost estimates are approximate and may not include all fees, personal expenses, or transportation costs.
What academic programs and degree levels does University of Hawaii, Maui College offer?
University of Hawaii, Maui College offers 43 academic programs across 16 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Associate's, Bachelor's, Other Award.
Most popular program areas include:
- Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (10 programs)
- Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (3 programs)
- Agricultural Sciences, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine (2 programs)
- Cultural Anthropology, Ethnic Studies and Social Group Research (2 programs)
- Digital Media Technologies and Broadcasting Systems (2 programs)
Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.
What financial aid and scholarships are available at University of Hawaii, Maui College?
University of Hawaii, Maui College provides financial aid to 9% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $5,664 and average loans of $7,500.
Average financial aid amounts by type:
- Pell grants: $4,860
- State/Local grants: $2,941
- Institutional grants: $2,273
- Federal loans: $7,500
The university supports 123 students with grants and 2 students with loans annually.
Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.
What is the average salary for University of Hawaii, Maui College graduates?
University of Hawaii, Maui College graduates earn a median salary of $28,263 after 6 years and $34,453 after 10 years.
The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $15,875 (25th percentile) to $56,675 (75th percentile), with top earners reaching $61,000 (90th percentile).
Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.
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