Leeward Community College is a

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. It is one of 10 campuses of the University of Hawaii system and is accredited by the

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. Leeward's open admissions policy, only requires that a student be 18 years or older or earned a U.S. high school diploma or a GED (

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) certificate. The campus boasts the sculptures ''Among the Ruins'' by

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(born 1926) and ''The Cat'' by Eli Marozzi (1913–1999).

Academics

Leeward Community College offers more than 50 degree and certificate programs ranging from career training to liberal arts. Free tutoring, at Leeward CC's Learning Resource Center, and job placement assistance are focused on helping students reach their educational goals. Of Leeward students, 64% are majoring in Liberal Arts, pursuing a two-year associate degree, or preparing to transfer to a four-year institution. 29% are Career and Technical Education students, pursuing degrees or certificates in preparation for immediate employment. In addition to a comprehensive liberal arts offering, Leeward offers programs in accounting, business, automotive technology, e-commerce, education, management, culinary arts, digital media, human services, information and computer science and television production.

Notable alumni

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, 18th Lieutenant Governor of Florida *

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, professional basketball player

References

External links

Official website
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