Transfer Steps

A general step-by-step guide to transfer:
Follow these basic steps to ensure that you transfer from Kauai CC to another college or university easily and smoothly. These steps serve as general guidelines and students are strongly encouraged to talk with an advisor to develop a transfer plan that fits their individual academic goals.

Click on the tabs to learn about the general step-by-step guide to transfer

Step 1 Start Early

Start early. Meet with the Kauaʻi CC Transfer Center specialists or your advisor to explore your career and major goals. Think about what you want to study and potential career paths. Reflect on your interests, strengths, and what brings you joy!

Kaua‘i CC Transfer Center Specialist
Rhonda Liu
Phone: 808-245-8330
Email tckauai@hawaii.edu
Schedule Appointment: Please click here

Kaua‘i CC Academic Counseling & Advising
Phone: 808-245-8212
Email counsekau@hawaii.edu
Website: https://www.kauai.hawaii.edu/counselors-contact-information
Schedule Appointment: Please click here

Kaua‘i CC Career Center
Melissa Henry
Phone: 808-245-0132
Email: kauaics@hawaii.edu or mshenry@hawaii.edu
Website: https://www.kauai.hawaii.edu/careers
Schedule Appointment: Please click here

UH West Oʻahu Distance Education Academic Support Specialist
Anuhea Piliere
Phone: 808-245-8374
Email: a.piliere@hawaii.edu

Step 2 Choose a Campus that Offers Your Program

Choose a campus that offers your program or major that best fits your interests and goals. Determine whether the program you're interested in can be completed online while remaining on Kauaʻi, or if it requires in-person attendance and relocating off the island.

For a complete list of majors within the UH System, go to: https://www.hawaii.edu/degrees-and-programs/
For a complete list of UH distance education programs (online & hybrid), go to: https://www.kauai.hawaii.edu/distance-education-programs
For a complete list of UH fully online programs, go to: https://www.uhonline.hawaii.edu/programs

Step 3 Know Admission Requirements and Application Deadlines

Know the Admission requirements and application deadlines for the UH campus that you have chosen. Knowing your specific major's application deadlines and admissions criteria is also important. It is a good idea to contact the campus you plan to transfer to and talk with an advisor to ensure that your credits apply to your major and not just transfer or count.

Transfer Options

Step 4 Apply to the Institution

Apply to the UH campus where you plan to earn your degree by the specified deadline. This campus will be considered your home campus. Make sure that all required sections of the application are completed accurately and collect the required documents before submitting it.

Choose your application option:

Automatic Admission - check your hawaii.edu email account and follow instructions in your email invitation to accept offer through STAR Academic Essentials
UH Mānoa Kaʻieʻie Program - See a Kaʻieʻie Transfer Advisor on campus Or go to STAR Balance, under “Specialized Academic Services” click on “Transfer to Mānoa (Jill)”
Standard Transfer - Complete UH Online Application, pay application fee, and submit any non-UH transcripts to the Collegeʻs Admissions Office

Step 5 Ask for Help

Ask for help. Contact your campus advisors and counselors for guidance and support. They can answer any questions about transfer and taking your next steps.