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University of Hawaii Maui College
Kahului, Hawaii · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: 310 W Kaahumanu Ave, Kahului, HI 96732 · Phone: (808) 984-3500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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University of Hawaii Maui College is a public trade and career school in Kahului, HI offering dental hygiene, culinary, and LPN programs, accredited by ACEN, CODA, and WSCUC.
Median graduate debt is $13,040 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,453, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; the campus completion rate is not reported, though the state average is 51.9%.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for University of Hawaii Maui College; contact the school for current tuition. The school participates in Title IV federal aid, and about 20.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental hygienists | $78,800 | $97,570 | $102,910 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $48,970 | $77,360 | $98,640 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $59,620 | $71,140 | $75,250 |
| Construction laborers | $43,990 | $77,110 | $87,750 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Hawaii (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 16 | $38,887 | $39,153 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
University of Hawaii Maui College is a public college campus in Kahului, HI, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the WASC Senior College and University Commission. Because the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help cover costs. The campus awards the most credentials in dental hygiene programs, culinary & pastry schools, and LPN/LVN programs, drawing from a broader set of program families that also includes construction trades.
Federal data shows 53 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of about 1,700. The state average completion rate is 51.9%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt for graduates is $13,040, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,453. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 20.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment.
This mix of short career-focused programs (culinary, LPN) alongside more clinical, credential-heavy fields (dental hygiene) may suit both recent graduates and adult career-changers, though exact program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should confirm current accreditation status, program offerings, and outcome data directly through the College Scorecard or by contacting the school, since some figures — including completion rate and cost — are not available in this dataset.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
University of Hawaii Maui College awards the most credentials in dental hygiene programs, culinary & pastry schools, and LPN/LVN programs, with construction trades also among its program families. In total the campus reports 6 trade-related programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the WASC Senior College and University Commission.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so students may apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate itself is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 51.9%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $13,040, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,453, according to federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or check its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which often means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-based aid programs, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school at (808) 984-3500 or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link, or contact the listed accreditors directly to confirm current accreditation status.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a mix of career-focused programs such as culinary and LPN alongside more clinical fields like dental hygiene, which may appeal to career-changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not detailed in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not detailed in this data; contact the school directly to learn about certification or licensure paths for specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach University of Hawaii Maui College at (808) 984-3500 or through its website, https://maui.hawaii.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This dataset does not include comparative information on nearby schools; consult the College Scorecard at the provided link to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.