by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 6 colleges and universities when compiling its 2025 Best Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities Associate Degree Schools in Hawaii ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 1,670 associate degrees in liberal arts / sciences & humanities to qualified students.
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The liberal arts / sciences & humanities associate degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
The overall quality of a associate degree school is important to ensure a quality education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their associate degree from the school. After all, your associate degree won't mean much if it doesn't help you find a job that will help you earn a living.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for liberal arts / sciences & humanities students working on their associate degree.
Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities Associate Degree Schools in Hawaii list, to help you choose the best school for you.
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
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The following list ranks the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in liberal arts / sciences & humanities.
University of Hawaii Maui College is a wonderful decision for students pursuing an associate degree in liberal arts / sciences & humanities. Located in the city of Kahului, UH Maui College is a public university with a small student population.More information about a associate in liberal arts / sciences & humanities from University of Hawaii Maui College
Kapiolani Community College is one of the best schools in the country for getting an associate degree in liberal arts / sciences & humanities. Kapiolani CC is a medium-sized public college located in the city of Honolulu.More information about a associate in liberal arts / sciences & humanities from Kapiolani Community College
Leeward Community College is a great choice for students pursuing an associate degree in liberal arts / sciences & humanities. Located in the large suburb of Pearl City, Leeward CC is a public college with a medium-sized student population.More information about a associate in liberal arts / sciences & humanities from Leeward Community College
Any student pursuing a degree in an associate degree in liberal arts / sciences & humanities needs to look into Honolulu Community College. Honolulu CC is a small public college located in the city of Honolulu.More information about a associate in liberal arts / sciences & humanities from Honolulu Community College
Located in the medium-sized suburb of Kaneohe, Windward CC is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in liberal arts / sciences & humanities from Windward Community College
Located in the remote town of Hilo, Hawaii CC is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in liberal arts / sciences & humanities from Hawaii Community College
Explore all the Best Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities Schools in the Far Western US Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| California | 38 | 46,600 |
| Oregon | 35 | 8,258 |
| Nevada | 35 | 1,627 |
| Washington | 33 | 16,515 |
| Alaska | 22 | 407 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts General Studies | 1,670 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Area, Ethnic, Culture, & Gender Studies | 90 |
| Family, Consumer & Human Sciences | 7 |
| Philosophy & Religious Studies | 3 |
| Theology & Religious Vocations | 1 |
