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Freshman

Honolulu Community College is the perfect place to start pursuing your educational goals! Whether you’re looking to gain hands-on, practical skills and training to begin working right away, or if your long-term goal is to obtain a Bachelor’s degree, HCC has courses to fit your needs. Let us help you achieve your academic and career goals. Follow these simple steps to get started today!

Step 1. Submit System Application Form

If you are military personnel (or dependent) stationed in Hawaii, submit a copy of your military orders along with your application for admission (section F needs to be signed by your Commanding Officer)

Step 2. Apply for Financial Aid

If you are applying for financial aid, complete and return the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, available from the Financial Aid Office.

Step 3. Submit Health Clearance Forms

After you have been accepted:

Step 4. Take the Placement Test

Once you have been accepted to the college, we will send you information on when and where to take your placement test. Your placement test is very important! Please take it seriously because it will determine what levels of English and Math you will need to take. You will receive your test results immediately.

Step 5. Get a UH Username

Detailed directions will be sent to you in your acceptance letter. This account allows you to register for classes online, check your financial aid status, check grades, pay online, and much more!

Step 6. Register for Courses

Contact the Admissions Office at (808) 845-9129 to schedule a New Student Registration Session. These sessions give students an opportunity to meet other new students and Counselors, learn about your program requirements and allow you an opportunity to register online.

Step 7. Pay your tuition and fees by the posted deadline

After you have registered for classes, tuition can be paid online through the MyUH Portal
using a credit card or in person at the Business Office (Building 6) using cash, check or credit card.

Step 8. Purchase your books and supplies

Take a copy of your class schedule to the HCC Bookstore (located on the ground floor of Building 2) to purchase your textbooks. For bookstore hours, call (808) 845-9105.

And finally, go to class!!!