Hawaii Community Colleges
Mathematics Programs
Mathematics coursework at community colleges in this state. College algebra, precalculus, calculus, and statistics for transfer to four-year programs.
6 colleges · 1273 sections · 155 unique courses · Fall 2026
Math is among the most consequential coursework students take at Hawaii community colleges — both because it gates progress into many degrees (nursing, engineering, business) and because it's the most-failed subject for community college students nationally. 6 UHCC institutions offer 1273 sections this term, from developmental algebra through Calculus III, statistics, and discrete math.
The math associate as a standalone credential is rare — most students taking lots of math at CC are using it as pre-engineering, pre-CS, pre-actuarial, or pre-finance preparation. Compare colleges below by section availability (especially calculus, which not every CC offers locally) and online vs in-person options.
Colleges offering Mathematics
| College | Sections | Courses | Online | Awards/yr | 5-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu Community College | 407 | 155 | 141 | — | — |
| Kauai Community College | 407 | 155 | 141 | — | — |
| Leeward Community College | 407 | 155 | 141 | — | — |
| Kapiolani Community College | 36 | 15 | 5 | — | — |
| Windward Community College | 10 | 8 | — | — | — |
| Hawaii Community College | 6 | 4 | — | — | — |
Mathematics Availability Snapshot
How mathematics sections are being offered across 6 colleges in Hawaii this term (1273 sections total).
Delivery format
- in person845 (66%)
- online428 (34%)
When sections meet
- Morning (before noon)629
- Afternoon (noon–5 PM)398
- Evening (5 PM and after)12
- Asynchronous / TBA234
Start dates
Sections begin on 8 distinct dates. 58 late-start more than two weeks after the term's earliest start.
Instructor diversity
Taught by 96 distinct instructors across 6 colleges.
Common Mathematics courses
- MATH 2410Calculus I(45 sections)
- MATH 1035Fundamentals of College Algebra(44 sections)
- MATH 1037College Algebra(42 sections)
- MATH 140X0Precalculus(33 sections)
- MATH 1005Survey of Mathematics(30 sections)
- MATH 1007Survey of Mathematics(30 sections)
- MATH 2420Calculus II(30 sections)
- MATH 1036College Algebra(27 sections)
- MATH 1340Precalculus: Elementary Functions(27 sections)
- MATH 1000Survey of Mathematics(24 sections)
- MATH 1157Introduction to Statistics and Probability(24 sections)
- MATH 1158Intro Stats & Probability(24 sections)
Frequently asked questions
- Which math classes count for a four-year college?
- College Algebra, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Statistics, Calculus I/II/III, and Differential Equations transfer cleanly to Hawaii four-year programs. Developmental math (pre-algebra, basic algebra) doesn't transfer but is often required to enter college-level math. Take the placement test before enrolling; many Hawaii colleges now offer accelerated pathways that skip much of the developmental sequence.
- Can I take Calculus at a community college and transfer it cleanly?
- Yes — Calculus I, II, and III at any UHCC college articulate to the standard calculus sequence at Hawaii four-year programs. This is one of the strongest CC value propositions: same content as the four-year, smaller class sizes, much lower tuition. Many engineering and physics majors intentionally take calculus at CC before transferring.
- What can I do with a math associate degree?
- Standalone: not much directly — entry roles for math-heavy careers (actuarial, statistician, data analyst) require a bachelor's. The associate is most valuable as the lower-division foundation for transfer to math, engineering, computer science, economics, or finance bachelor's programs.
- How do I know which math course to start with?
- Hawaii community colleges use placement tests (Accuplacer, ALEKS, multiple-measures placement) or your high-school transcript GPA + most-recent math grade to place you. Most colleges allow you to challenge a higher placement. Talk to a math advisor before your first semester — placing too low costs time and tuition; placing too high causes a failed course.
Compare Mathematics programs in other states
Same comparison view, different state systems. Useful if you’re considering an out-of-state community college or just want to see how Hawaii’s mathematics programs stack up.
Other programs in Hawaii
Some programs may not be offered at every college — pages render only when the program meets a coverage threshold for the state.