Which Schools Offer Engineering Degrees in Hawaii?

Hawaii Engineering Licensing Requirements

In Hawaii, engineering programs of many levels and specialties are offered. Education at many levels, from certificate to Ph.D., is available. Requirements for engineers vary by specialty. The state of Hawaii's Board of Professional Engineers Architects, Surveyors and Landscape Architects offers licensing for qualified candidates. Agricultural, civil, electrical and mechanical engineers are among those who can gain licensure through the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying.

Salary and Job Outlook for Engineers in Hawaii

Salaries and outlook for engineers in Hawaii vary based on industry. In May 2011, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that there were 2,090 civil engineers, 580 electrical engineers, 280 environmental engineers and 460 mechanical engineers employed in Hawaii. Civil engineers earned about $77,000 annually, electrical engineers earned about $84,000, environmental engineers earned about $82,000 and mechanical engineers earned about $85,000, in May 2011.

Nationally, between 2010 and 2020, outlook for civil engineers was projected to reach a rate of 19%. This meets the national average for all careers. Electrical engineers and mechanical engineers will see slower growth rates of six percent and nine percent, while environmental engineers can expect a faster-than-average demand rate of 22%, according to the BLS.

Engineering Certificate Programs in Hawaii

Kaua'i Community College

• Program: Certificate of Completion in Facilities Engineering Technology
• Program Length: One year, full-time
• Tuition: $101 per credit for Hawaii residents, $296 per credit for non-Hawaii residents (fall 2012/spring 2013 tuition)
• Prerequisites: High school diploma or GED, ENG 20 or COMPASS test placement into ENG 21 or 51, Math 20 or COMPASS test placement into Math 50 or 53, Grade of C or higher in CARP 19
• School Type: 2-year, public, 1,428 undergrads
• Address: 3-1901 Kaumuali'i Hwy., Lihue, HI 96766
• Phone: 808-245-8264

Kaua'i Community College is part of the University of Hawaii system and offers a Certificate in Facilities Engineering Technology program. This program will prepare you to hold a maintenance position in a variety of facilities. You'll learn about electrical and refrigeration systems as well as construction methods. Coursework includes safety and maintenance, carpentry, welding and more.

Honolulu Community College

• Program: Certificate of Achievement in Architectural, Engineering and CAD Technologies
• Program Length: One year, full-time
• Tuition: $101 per credit for Hawaii residents, $296 per credit for non-Hawaii residents
• Prerequisites: AEC 80 or 81, grade of C or higher in ENG 22 or placement in ENG 100, grade of CR in MATH 9 or placement in MATH 50 or 53
• School Type: 2-year, public; 4,725 undergrads
• Address: 874 Dillingham Blvd., Honolulu, HI 96817
• Phone: 808-845-9211

At the University of Hawaii's Honolulu Community College, you can earn a Certificate in Architectural, Engineering and CAD Technologies. This program prepares you for a career as a drawing technician or for future education in architecture or engineering. You'll learn how to use a variety of software programs, gain a greater understanding of construction materials and learn about the industry's standards while attending this program.

Engineering Bachelor's Degree Programs in Hawaii

University of Hawaii at Manoa

• Program: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Specialization Areas: Electrophysics
• Program Length: Four years, full-time
• Tuition: $4,200 per semester for Hawaii residents, $11,616 per semester for non-Hawaii residents (2011-2012 academic year)
• Prerequisites: High school diploma or GED, high school trigonometry, physics and chemistry
• Requirements: Score of 510 in each section of SAT or 22 in each section of ACT, 2.8 cumulative high school GPA, application and fee
• School Type: 4-year, public; 13,912 undergrads, 6,425 graduate students
• Address: Holmes 483, 2540 Dole St., Honolulu, HI 96822
• Phone: 808-956-7586

The University of Hawaii at Manoa offers bachelor's degree programs in civil, computer, electrical and mechanical engineering. As an electrical engineering student, you'll be able to follow an electrophysics track or simply pursue electrical engineering. The University of Hawaii at Manoa is the largest campus in the university system and is located on the island of Oahu.

University of Hawaii Maui College

• Program: Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering Technology
• Program Length: Four years, full-time (includes required 2-year prerequisites and Engineering Technology courses)
• Tuition: $101 per credit for Hawaii residents, $400 per credit for non-Hawaii residents (2012-2013 academic year)
• Prerequisites: 2-year electronic engineering technology degree with GPA of 2.5 or higher and prerequisite courses or approved equivalent courses
• Requirements: High school diploma or GED, 18 years of age
• School Type: 4-year, public, 4,367 undergrads
• Address: 310 Ka'ahumanu Ave., Kahului, HI 96732
• Phone: 808-984-3500

Although the University of Hawaii's Maui College primarily offers 2-year programs, you can pursue a 4-year degree in engineering technology. Your program will teach you how to effectively use integrated electro-optical hardware and software and provide coursework in computers, remote sensing and more.

Engineering Master's Degree Programs in Hawaii

University of Hawaii at Manoa

• Program: Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Program Length: Two years, full-time
• Tuition: $5,496 per semester for Hawaii residents, $13,392 per semester for non-Hawaii residents (2011-2012 academic year)
• Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
• Requirements: Application and fee, three letters of recommendation, statement of purpose
• School Type: 4-year, public; 13,912 undergrads, 6,425 graduate students
• Address: Holmes 483, 2540 Dole St., Honolulu, HI 96822
• Phone: 808-956-7167

In addition to its undergraduate programs, the University of Hawaii at Manoa offers a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering. You can choose to pursue a thesis or non-thesis curriculum. The university also offers a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering program.