Transfer to Kapi‘olani CC

The steps involved in transferring differ somewhat depending on whether you’re coming from an institution outside of the University of Hawai‘i, or from another UH System school.

From a Non-UH School

• Have you previously attended another college or university?
• Are you enrolled at an institution outside of the UH System?
• Have you taken a break in enrollment from a UH System school?
• Have you earned college credit outside of Kapi‘olani CC?

Just follow these easy steps to get started with us. You’ll be a Kapiʻolani Community College “transfer student” in no time!

Step 1: Submit an online application

• Complete the Online Application
• If you are a Hawaiʻi Resident or an active duty Military or eligible Military Dependent stationed in Hawai‘i, there is no application fee
• To apply for the Military Non-Resident Exemption, submit a copy of Military Orders
• There is a non-refundable $25 application fee for non-Hawaiʻi residents
• Information about Residency for Tuition Purposes
• Additional information for International Students
• Application Deadlines (REMINDER! The following deadlines do not apply to International Students)
  • Fall term: August 1
  • Spring term: December 15

  Step 2: Apply for Financial Aid (if needed)

  • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Online
  • Financial Aid
  • Net Price Calculator

  Step 3. Health Clearance

  Visit Health Clearance Website. This is REQUIRED before you can register and attend your in-person or hybrid courses!

  • TB (Tuberculosis) — TB Clearance obtained within twelve months prior to the start of instruction OR obtained on or after the age of sixteen.
  • MMR (Measles-Mumps-Rubella) — Two MMR vaccines are required. Students born before 1957 are exempt from this immunization requirement. Note: Mumps titers are not accepted for proof of immunity.
  • Tdap (Tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis) — One Tdap vaccine is required. Must be administered on or after age 11.
  • Varicella (chickenpox) — Two Varicella vaccines are required. Students born in the United States prior to 1980 are exempt from this immunization requirement. A signed, documented diagnosis or verification of a history of vaccine disease or herpes zoster by a practitioner may be substituted for a record of varicella vaccination. Note: Titers are not accepted for proof of immunity.

  Step 4. Get a UH Username

  Upon acceptance, you can create or reactivate your MyUH Portal Account.

  Click on “Get a UH username” and fill out the Check Status Form. You will then be asked to create a UH Username, Secret Questions, and a Password. This account allows you to register for classes, check your financial aid status, check grades, make online payments, sign-up for payment plans, and much more!

  Step 5. Transfer Credits

  If you have taken courses at another institution outside of the UH system, complete the Transcript Evaluation Request Form for an official evaluation. Accessing the form will require you to login using your UH username and password in Step 4.

  • Kapiʻolani CC accepts credits from institutions fully accredited by U.S. regional accrediting associations, provided that such credits are substantially equivalent to courses at Kapiʻolani CC and have been completed with a grade of “D” (not “D-”) or better.
  • Credits earned at institutions accredited by other recognized U.S. accrediting associations may be accepted for courses toward certificates and AS degrees upon approval from your program. Please contact your academic counselor for more information.
  • Only course credits are accepted in transfer. Grades are transferred but are not calculated in your Kapiʻolani CC grade point ratio (GPR).
  • Repeated courses: Transfer credit is generally not awarded for courses that duplicate material for which academic credit has already been given. Credit will not be awarded for a repeated course in which a passing grade was previously earned at Kapiʻolani CC.
  • Kapiʻolani CC uses the UH Transfer System Course Transfer Database as a guide to evaluating possible transfer credits.
  • Students may also transfer college credit for prior learning. This includes:
    • Credit by Examination
    • College Entrance Examination (CEEB): College Level Examination Programs (CLEP) and Advanced Placement (AP)
    • Non-Collegiate Sponsored Education including Military (e.g. AARTS, SMAART, JST) and American Council on Education (ACE)
    • Portfolio-Based Assessment
    • For more information, please visit our Prior Learning Assessment section.

    Questions? Contact the Transcript Evaluation Section at kapteval@hawaii.edu. International transcript evaluation questions may be directed to hic@hawaii.edu.

    Step 6. Meet with an Academic Counselor

    The Academic Counselor can assist you by reviewing previous courses taken and determining which courses are needed to complete your program requirements. The Counselor can also advise you on whether or not you’ll need to retake the Placement Exam.

    Step 7. Register for Courses

    View the the available classes, then register online for courses by logging on to STAR.

    Step 8. Pay your tuition and fees by the posted deadline

    View Academic Calendar for tuition and registration deadlines

    Step 9. Purchase your books and supplies

    Take a copy of your class schedule to the Kapi‘olani CC Bookstore to purchase your textbooks. Store hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. Phone (808) 734-9589. And finally, go to class!

    From a UH-System School

    If you’re currently enrolled at another UH System school (UH Mānoa, Hilo, West O‘ahu, or any of the Community Colleges in Hawai‘i), then follow these easy steps to begin your Kapi‘olani Community College journey.

    Step 1: Submit the Change of Home Institution Form

    The Change of Home Institution form allows us to change your official record to reflect Kapiʻolani CC as your “home institution.” Your home institution should be the campus in which you intend on receiving your degree and any financial support (i.e. financial aid, veterans benefits).

    Step 2. Are you currently receiving Financial Aid or Veterans Benefits?

    If you are currently receiving Financial Aid, notify the Financial Aid Office at your current institution that you will be attending Kapiʻolani CC for the next term. You will need to update your FAFSA and include Kapiʻolani CC’s school code, 001613, so that your FAFSA information will be forwarded to Kapiʻolani CC’s Financial Aid office for review.

    If you are receiving Veterans Benefits, notify the VA Coordinator at your current campus that you will be transferring to Kapiʻolani CC. Visit our Records Office for the required forms to receive aid through Kapiʻolani CC.

    Additional financial aid information, scholarships, and forms are available from our Financial Aid Office.

    Once accepted, you will be notified by email (Check your @hawaii.edu email first, if applicable)

    Step 3. Meet with an Academic Counselor

    The Academic Counselor can assist you by reviewing previous courses taken and determining which courses are needed to complete your program requirements. The Counselor can also advise you on whether or not you’ll need to retake the Placement Exam.

    Step 4. Register for Courses

    View the available classes, then register online for courses by logging on to STAR. Y our current UH username and password will still apply. If you forgot your password and have secret questions, you can resolve it online via MyUH, or visit the Library Help Desk in Lama 101 for assistance.

    Step 5. Transfer Credits

    If you have taken courses at another institution outside of the UH system, complete the Transcript Evaluation Request Form for an official evaluation. Accessing the form will require you to login using your UH username and password in Step 4.

    • Kapiʻolani CC accepts credits from institutions fully accredited by U.S. regional accrediting associations, provided that such credits are substantially equivalent to courses at Kapiʻolani CC and have been completed with a grade of “D” (not “D-”) or better.
    • Credits earned at institutions accredited by other recognized U.S. accrediting associations may be accepted for courses toward certificates and AS degrees upon approval from your program. Please contact your academic counselor for more information.
    • Only course credits are accepted in transfer. Grades are transferred but are not calculated in your Kapiʻolani CC grade point ratio (GPR).
    • Repeated courses: Transfer credit is generally not awarded for courses that duplicate material for which academic credit has already been given. Credit will not be awarded for a repeated course in which a passing grade was previously earned at Kapiʻolani CC.
    • Kapiʻolani CC uses the UH Transfer System Course Transfer Database as a guide to evaluating possible transfer credits.
    • Students may also transfer college credit for prior learning. This includes:
      • Credit by Examination
      • College Entrance Examination (CEEB): College Level Examination Programs (CLEP) and Advanced Placement (AP)
      • Non-Collegiate Sponsored Education including Military (e.g. AARTS, SMAART, JST) and American Council on Education (ACE)
      • Portfolio-Based Assessment
      • For more information, please visit our Prior Learning Assessment section.

      Questions? Contact the Transcript Evaluation Section at kapteval@hawaii.edu. International transcript evaluation questions may be directed to hic@hawaii.edu.