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STEPS TO ENROLL
You may be granted admission to the college if you are a high school graduate, or have earned a General Equivalency Diploma (GED). If you are not a high school graduate, you may also be admitted if you are 18 years or older and can benefit from instruction at the college.
Kaua`i Community College may also admit currently enrolled high school juniors and seniors. Such students are admitted under conditions agreed upon by the Early Admissions and Running Start program policies. High school students pay the usual tuition and fees, meet course requirements, and earn college credit.
It is important to know that admission to the college does not insure admission to particular courses or selective programs.
APPLY
Pick up a University of Hawai`i System Application Form from the Admissions & Records Office. You may also download the form or request an application packet be mailed to you by writing or calling the Admissions & Records Office (808) 245-8225.
LIST YOUR CHOICE OF CAMPUS, MAJOR, AND CERTIFICATE/DEGREE
Select from Certificate/Associate Degree Programs at Community Colleges, from the Kaua`i Community College column only (page 4-5 of the UH System Application Form). Examples are shown below:
Applicants who are not working toward a degree or certificate should list unclassified as shown below:
APPLICATION FEE
Complete in detail the RESIDENCY DECLARATION section of the UH System Application Form (reverse side).
An official determination of residency status will be made at the time of application. Applicants may be required to provide documentation to verify residency status. For more information, please refer to Hawai`i Residency for Tuition Purposes.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
You will be given priority consideration if your UH System Application Form and all other required materials are submitted or postmarked by the specified deadline. The priority deadline for the Fall semester is August 1. The priority deadline for the Spring semester is December 1.
POST-SECONDARY SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS
You must have official transcripts from EACH non-UH school sent directly by EACH school to the Admissions & Records Office. Transcripts sent via fax or personally delivered/mailed are not acceptable. For more information, including exemptions, please refer to Educational Records.
READ ACCEPTANCE LETTER
Await an acceptance letter from Admissions & Records. The letter will verify your (a) major, (b) tuition status, (c) health clearance requirements, (d) information about academic advising and registration, and (e) payment deadlines.
ESTABLISH YOUR MYUH ACCOUNT
MyUH is University of Hawai`i's online student information system. MyUH offers secure and personalized access to student services like registration, financial aid and student records (grades, transcripts, payments/charges).
Through a single door, MyUH conveniently offers an array of essential services, including access to e-mail, web registration and other academic services, and important announcements regarding classes and grades. For more information, please refer to MyUH Portal FAQs.
TAKE PLACEMENT TEST
Schedule a Compass Placement Test appointment with the Student Services Office at (808) 245-8212 to determine your English and math placement levels. Exemptions may apply, please refer to Placement Test.
APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID
You are encouraged to apply for Financial Aid. Request a financial aid packet (808) 245-8256, pick up materials at the Financial Aids Office, Campus Center, Rm. 203, or visit their web site. FAFSA can be filed online. Apply by April 1 for priority consideration.
SUBMIT IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
Submit a current tuberculosis test clearance and measles results to Admissions & Records. For more information, please refer to Health Requirements.
SCHEDULE ACADEMIC ADVISING
Academic advising is available to all students (required for new classified students). For more information, please refer to Academic Advising.
REVIEW PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Counselors will assist you to develop an academic plan. Don't forget to access the Kaua`i Community College Catalog on the web or call Student Services at (808) 245-8212.
REVIEW COURSE LISTINGS
Select courses that meet program requirements by reviewing the Class Availability website.
GO TO YOUR MYUH PORTAL
Access your MyUH Portal to register for courses. For more information, please refer to Adding & Dropping Courses.
COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION
You have the option to pay online with a credit card or in person at the Business Office by the published Payment Deadlines.
PURCHASE YOUR BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Go to the Kaua`i Community College Bookstore to purchase your books for courses delivered from Kaua`i Community College. If you are enrolled in distance delivered courses from other campuses, go to UH Manoa Bookstore or call 1-800-UH-books.
ATTEND NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
Attend a general student orientation on the Wednesday prior to the beginning of each semester. Get to know your instructors and learn about available campus services and other important information through your Student Handbook (pick up a free copy at the Student Lounge).
CHECK YOUR PROGRESS
If you have questions regarding your academic progress, please come and visit our friendly and helpful staff at the Student Services Office on the second floor of the Campus Center or call (808) 245-8212.
Admissions & Records Office
Campus Center, Rm. 207
3-1901 Kaumuali`i Highway
Lihu`e, HI 96766-9500
E-mail: arkauai@hawaii.edu
Phone: (808) 245-8225
Fax: (808) 245-8297