The A.A.S. Degree in Hula prepares students to understand the depth and breadth of Hula science that encompasses an interdisciplinary local and global knowledge base. This experience will allow the students to consider a wide variety of potential careers including but not limited to: environmental science, forestry, astronomy, anthropology, archaeology, biology, agriculture, art, music, education, social services, business, development, planning, and politics with an increased knowledge in traditional and contemporary Native Hawaiian ideology and practice.

This degree is not designed for transfer directly into a Baccalaureate program; however, it does include many transfer level general education courses. To earn this degree, students must:

Complete the required courses.

Earn a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 as well as 2.0 in each of the major courses.

Earn the final 12 semester hours at HawCC.

Earn the Hula specific course credits (HawSt 129, 130,131,and 235) in residency.

Traditional Practice
The two-year Hula A.A.S. enhances the practice of hula in the community and hālau hula (hula school), to perpetuate the cultural practices surrounding traditional Hawaiian dance.

Modern Skills
The Hula program students will acquire skills in ancient and secular hula. Students will gain experience in performing and marketing hula.

Hands-On
Substantial course work will be in the community and students will be mentored by recognized Hula practitioners.

Degree Objective
To provide an avenue for graduates to improve their employment and business opportunities with a deep and relevant expertise in Hawaiian culture.