Hospitality Administration/Management at Kapiolani Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Kapiolani Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Kapiolani Community College graduates earn $21k, placing them in the 11th percentile of all hospitality administration/management associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Hawaii
Hospitality Administration/Management associates's programs at peer institutions in Hawaii (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kapiolani Community College | $20,557 | $29,759 | — | — |
| National Median | $28,789 | — | $17,225 | 0.60 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Kapiolani Community College, approximately 17% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 29 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.