Chaffey College

5885 Haven Ave
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Chaffey College, one of the first colleges to be established in California, is a two-year public community college situated in an area of natural and tranquil beauty in Southern California. Its campus occupies 200 acres of rolling lawns and native foliage in the foothills of the majestic San Gabriel mountains. Founded in 1883 as a private college, Chaffey has been a publicly funded college since 1916 and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Chaffey is a member of the American Association of Community Colleges, the Community College League of California, Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC), and is approved by the Office of Private Post-Secondary Education for Veterans Benefits. Today Chaffey College serves over 18,000 students offering academic and occupational programs to the local residents at the three campuses and online. The college's superior general education courses provide a basis for students to transfer to four-year colleges and universities or to acquire job skills necessary for the changing marketplace. Chaffey College is also recognized for its outstanding occupational programs. A student whose objective is to gain technical skills, to change careers, or to improve their existing skills, can choose from over 60 occupational programs including nursing, automotive technology, aeronautics, or hotel and food service management.

School Highlights

Chaffey College serves 20,025 students (28% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 20,025 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,153
  • Out-state tuition: $6,073
  • Student:teacher ratio: 22:1
  • Minority enrollment: 84%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Chaffey College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 900 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Chaffey College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
900 staff
312 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Chaffey College has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 has decreased from 25:1 over five years.
The Chaffey College diversity score of 0.56 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
20,025 students
7,900 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
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# Full-Time Students
5,582 students
1,661 students
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# Part-Time Students
14,443 students
6,239 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
169 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5,582 students
1,646 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
54 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
14,443 students
6,288 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
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% Asian
9%
13%
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% Hispanic
62%
45%
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% Black
8%
5%
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% White
16%
26%
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% Two or more races
2%
4%
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% Non Resident races
1%
3%
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% Unknown races
1%
4%
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Diversity Score
0.56
0.71
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
28%
35%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.92%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,000
$34,700
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $1,153 is less than the state average of $1,993. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,073 is less than the state average of $7,120. The out-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,153
$1,993
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,073
$7,120
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
81%
86%
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Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts (Year 2008)
$2,625
$3,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Chaffey College, one of the first colleges to be established in California, is a two-year public community college situated in an area of natural and tranquil beauty in Southern California. Its campus occupies 200 acres of rolling lawns and native foliage in the foothills of the majestic San Gabriel mountains. Founded in 1883 as a private college, Chaffey has been a publicly funded college since1916 and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Chaffey is a member of the American Association of Community Colleges, the Community College League of California, Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC), and is approved by the Office of Private Post-Secondary Education for Veterans Benefits. The purpose of the Student Activities Program of Chaffey College is to complement the academic program of studies and enhance the overall educational experience of students through participation in social, cultural, intellectual, recreational, health and governance programs. Chaffey College offers a host of short-term and semester-long study abroad programs to destinations across the globe. From the classic academic program offering a selection of general education courses taught by Chaffey faculty at foreign institutions, to shorter focused travel programs in art, theatre, history, and language, Chaffey has a study abroad program for just about everyone. Physical Education/Athletics is an integral component of the general education and vocational education programs at Chaffey College. Physical Education/Athletics is essential to develop an individual's physiological and social well being.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Chaffey College cost?
Chaffey College's tuition is approximately $1,153 for In-State students and $6,073 for Out-State students.
What is Chaffey College's ranking?
Chaffey College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 20,025 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,153
  • Out-state tuition: $6,073
  • Student:teacher ratio: 22:1
  • Minority enrollment: 84%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For San Bernardino County, CA public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $1,143 per year for in-state students and $5,510 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

San Bernardino County, CA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.63, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in San Bernardino County, CA is Community Christian College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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