You can check on the status of your Financial Aid application by following the instructions below. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Financial Aid Office.
How to View Your Financial Status
Please Note:
For the 2026-2027 Academic Year (Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and/or Summer 2027) your information will be viewable only IF:
- You have already submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) beginning with the 2026-2027 Academic Year AND
- You listed Honolulu CC (School Code: 001612) on your 2026-2027 FAFSA
For the 2025-2026 Academic Year (Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and/or Summer 2026) your information will be viewable only IF:
- You have already submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) beginning with the 2025–2026 school year AND
- You listed Honolulu CC (School Code: 001612) on your 2025-2026 FAFSA
Steps on How to View Your Financial Aid Status:
- Log onto
- Select View My Financial Aid Information
- Locate and select Open Student Dashboard
- Select Financial Aid
- Select your campus and the relevant aid year (e.g., “Honolulu CC Aid Year 2026-27”)
- The “Home” page will display the status of your required documents, indicating which are “Satisfied” (received) and which are “Unsatisfied” (still outstanding)
- Details regarding the calculation of your financial aid award can be found on the “Offer” tab
To appeal a Financial Aid Suspension, a student must submit a
General Information
Common Terms to Know
Cost of Attendance: This is the estimated cost for you to attend 91探花. It includes tuition, fees, books, and supplies. It may also include meals, housing, personal expenses, and transportation. For detailed information view Cost of Attendance.
Student Aid Index (SAI): This is the number used to determine your eligibility for federal student aid. The federal government calculates your SAI based on the information you provided on your FAFSA and can be found on your FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS).
Outside Resources: This amount reflects any scholarships, stipends, and other financial assistance received from an organization, agency, and/or an office other than the Honolulu CC Financial Aid Office. If you are receiving aid that is not reflected on your financial aid award offer, you are required to notify the Honolulu CC Financial Aid Office in writing.
Get in Touch
Financial Aid Office
Building 5, 1st Floor
Phone: (808) 845-9116
Fax: (808) 356-0942
Hours: M–F, 8:00 am–4:30 pm
Virtual appointments:
Need: This amount is determined by taking your cost of attendance and subtracting your SAI and outside resources.
Financial Aid Offered: This is the amount of aid the Honolulu CC Financial Aid Office can offer you based on all the information provided and funds available.
Types of Aid: Honolulu CC administers a variety of financial aid. Please be aware of the type of aid you have been offered. Some types of aid may require you to complete additional steps before receiving the award.
Disbursements: While most aid is given to students at the beginning of the semester, some students may not receive the full amount of their aid until the middle of the term. Furthermore, the dates are an estimate, and monies can be delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.
Expected Enrollment Level: This is the number of credits you must be registered for to be eligible for your financial aid offer. If you are not enrolled at this level, your financial aid offer may be changed or cancelled, or your disbursement may be delayed. Classes at other campuses may be considered as part of your enrollment if the courses are applicable to your degree program AND you are enrolled in at least one class at Honolulu CC.
| Enrollment Level | Number of Credits |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 12 or more credits |
| 3/4 Time | 9-11 |
| 1/2 Time | 6-8 |
| Less Than 1/2 Time | 1-5 |
