Windward Community College

Windward Community College, also known as WCC, is beautifully nestled in Kaneohe, Hawaii, United States. It was founded in 1972 and is one of the branches of the University of Hawaii system. It offers more than ten degrees and vocational training programs. WCC also offers a number of scholarship programs such as the UH Centennial Scholarship, WCC Achievement Scholarship, Barbara Kahana Scholarship, and many more. It is organized into the following academic departments:

• Humanities Department
• Language Arts Department
• Mathematics and Business Department
• Natural Sciences Department
• Social Sciences Department

WCC has several student clubs and organizations which are governed by the Student Government Association. Some of these include the Music Club, Botany Club, Safe Spaces, KuPono, Phi Theta Kappa, and Chess Club.

Windward Community College Highlights

Where Windward Community College stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in liberal arts.
• Large number of students.
• Affordable tuition & fees.
• High faculty salary.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
• Racially diverse student body.

Other important characteristics:

• Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Students

The student enrollment at Windward Community College was 1,824 in 2007 (1,096 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Windward Community College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

On-campus housing is not available.