4 trade schools · Hawaii
Trade schools in Hawaii
Hawaii has 4 trade schools in our data (1 public, 3 for-profit), and 10 schools in all, counting community colleges, offer certificate or associate programs in the trades we track. Median yearly tuition at trade schools here is $13,978.
Programs by trade in Hawaii
Number of schools, including community colleges, with a certificate or associate program in each field.
All 4 trade schools in Hawaii
Schools that mostly award certificates. Click a heading to sort.
| School | Type | Students | Tuition (2025-26) | Avg net price | Completion rate | Earnings 10 yrs after entry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Institute of Hair DesignHonolulu | For-profit trade school | 85 | $15,957 | $18,777 | 72% | $22,191 |
| Hawaii Medical CollegeHonolulu | For-profit trade school | 194 | $25,927 | $30,014 | 72% | $44,180 |
| Kauai Community CollegeLihue | Public community or technical college | 716 | $3,252 | $4,931 | 46% | $44,323 |
| Makana Esthetics Wellness AcademyHonolulu | For-profit trade school | 50 | $12,000 | $11,560 | 89% | n/a |
Colleges in Hawaii with the most trade programs
- Kapiolani Community College, Honolulu: 7 trade fields
- Honolulu Community College, Honolulu: 6 trade fields
- University of Hawaii Maui College, Kahului: 5 trade fields
- Hawaii Community College, Hilo: 5 trade fields
- Leeward Community College, Pearl City: 3 trade fields
- Pacific Rim Christian University, Honolulu: 1 trade fields
Cities with the most trade schools: Honolulu (3).
Frequently asked questions
How many trade schools are in Hawaii?
4 schools in Hawaii mostly award certificates, and 10 schools including community colleges offer programs in the 19 trades we track.
How much does trade school cost in Hawaii?
The median trade school in Hawaii charges $13,978 a year in tuition and fees (2025-26). Public schools and community colleges usually cost less; compare the tuition column above.
What is the cheapest trade school in Hawaii?
Among trade schools with a reported price, Kauai Community College in Lihue has the lowest yearly tuition and fees: $3,252.
Colleges in Hawaii · All trades
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.