What is the refund policy if I withdraw?
Hawaii Medical College2025-10-02T21:36:57+00:00Refunds are prorated based on the last date of attendance. After completing 50% of the payment period, tuition is considered fully earned.
Is there a trial period for new students?
Hawaii Medical College2025-10-02T21:37:48+00:00Yes. Students have a trial period (5 weeks for diploma/degree programs, 2 weeks for Advanced Nurse Aide, 1 week for Basic Nurse Aide). Tuition is not charged if withdrawal occurs within this period.
What happens if I fall behind on tuition?
Hawaii Medical College2025-10-02T21:34:37+00:00Students should work with the Business Office immediately. Accounts more than 120 days overdue may be sent to collections.
Are payment plans available?
Hawaii Medical College2025-10-02T21:34:17+00:00Yes. Tuition can be paid in full at enrollment or in installments via payment plans arranged with the Business Office.
Does HMC accept the GI Bill® or MyCAA for military families?
Hawaii Medical College2025-10-02T21:33:58+00:00Yes. Both GI Bill® (Chapter 30 & 33) and MyCAA (spouse education benefit) are supported.
What financial aid options are available?
Hawaii Medical College2025-10-02T21:33:40+00:00HMC participates in federal aid programs, including Pell Grants, FSEOG, work-study, and federal loans. Scholarships such as Hana Lima and Na Lima Hana are also available.
Do VA beneficiaries need to submit transcripts?
Hawaii Medical College2025-10-02T21:32:18+00:00Yes, VA students must provide transcripts of all prior education and training before enrollment is certified.
Can I transfer credits from another school?
Hawaii Medical College2025-10-02T21:31:56+00:00Yes, credits from accredited institutions within the last 10 years may be considered (minimum grade B for outside institutions, C for HMC). Up to 50% of program courses can be transferred.
What are the admission requirements?
Hawaii Medical College2025-10-02T21:31:33+00:00Applicants must be at least 18, complete an application form, and provide proof of high school completion (diploma, transcript, GED, or equivalent). Immunization records (TB, Tdap, Varicella, MMR) are also required. No entrance exam is required.
If a I took courses at another school can those be used at Hawaii Medical College?
Hawaii Medical College2023-04-12T20:00:54+00:00Hawaii Medical College may accept credits transferred from accredited institutions recognized by the Federal Department of Education. Only courses passed with 3.0 / B or better and taken within the last five (5) years will be considered for other outside educational institutions. Students requesting credit transfers from outside educational institutions are required to submit a completed Transfer of Credit Request Form along with a copy of the syllabus/course description for the applicable courses to the Director of Education. The transcripts and outline will be reviewed to determine whether at least 75% of the course content is comparable. If determined to be [...]
