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Chandler-Gilbert Community College

2626 E Pecos Rd
Chandler, AZ 85225
Top Ranked (2025): View Rankings
  • With four campuses and more than 70 degree and certificate programs in some of today's most in-demand career fields, Chandler-Gilbert Community College has something for everyone. We offer access to affordable, high-quality education that will prepare you for whatever's next. Whether you're here for university transfer, career training and advancement, or lifelong learning, we can help you pursue your passion and achieve your goals. See yourself at CGCC!

School Highlights

Chandler-Gilbert Community College serves 12,441 students
The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 61%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 12,441 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,878
  • Out-state tuition: $3,494
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
  • Minority enrollment: 50%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Chandler-Gilbert Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size
Programs offered

School Overview

The teacher population of 583 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Chandler-Gilbert Community College
(AZ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
583 staff
202 staff
Number of Programs Offered
70
17
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Chandler-Gilbert Community College has declined by 20% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 has decreased from 27:1 over five years.
The Chandler-Gilbert Community College diversity score of 0.66 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
12,441 students
5,392 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
n/a
1,208 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,184 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
793 students
339 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,238 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
66 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
11,232 students
5,400 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
1,244 students
250 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
% Asian
7%
4%
% Hispanic
27%
36%
% Black
5%
7%
% White
50%
39%
% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
6%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.66
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
49%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
60%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$45,400
$32,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $1,878 is less than the state average of $3,445. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,494 is less than the state average of $8,201. The out-state tuition has declined by 55% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,878
$3,445
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,494
$8,201
Tuition Notes
Cost based on 15 credit hours for in-county residents and out-of-state residents. See www.cgc.edu for full information.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
57%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,315
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
100%
100%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
BalletBaseball
BasketballDance
GolfSoccer
SoftballVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
36 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art ClubAsian Pacific Islander Club
Associated Students of Chandler-Gilbert Community CollegeBlack Student Union
CGCC Coding ClubChristian Challenge
Collegiate DECAEducators Rising
Engineering ClubeSports Club
Hands Enriching Lives ProgramHumanitarian Environmental Action Team
Indigenous Americans Student OrganizationIntercultural Exchange Club
LatinX Student OrganizationMale Empowerment Network
One VoicePhi Theta Kappa
Pre-Health Professional ClubPsi Beta Chapter
Psychology ClubResearch Experiences for Undergraduates Club
Society of Hispanic Professional EngineersSociety of Women Engineers
Space & Earth Explorers ClubStudent Veterans Organization
Women Rising


Arts and Music Programs:
CeramicsDance
Digital ArtsDrawing and Painting
Fine ArtsMusic
Musical TheatrePhotography
Theatre

Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Chandler-Gilbert Community College is your affordable connection for Associate degree, university transfer, career training programs, and special interest courses. We serve the needs of the southeast valley including Chandler, Gilbert, and Queen Creek with college courses when you need them - mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends - and at 3 convenient locations. The Pecos Campus is a fully comprehensive campus with almost 250,000 square feet of facilities. The first construction phase for CGCC began at the Pecos Campus, and is home to the college Performing Arts Center, Student Center, and Library. The Pecos Campus also features complete general education and university transfer options, healthcare and wellness programs, and much more. The Pecos Campus of CGCC is located on Pecos Road between Cooper and Gilbert Roads in Chandler. CGCC's original campus opened in 1987 and is home to numerous associate degree, university transfer, general studies, occupational, and special interest courses and programs. Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC) is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Chandler-Gilbert Community College cost?
Chandler-Gilbert Community College's tuition is approximately $1,878 for In-State students and $3,494 for Out-State students.
What schools are Chandler-Gilbert Community College often compared to?
Chandler-Gilbert Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Mesa Community College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Chandler-Gilbert Community College?
The acceptance rate of Chandler-Gilbert Community College is 100%, which is equal to the state average of 100%.
What sports does Chandler-Gilbert Community College offer?
Chandler-Gilbert Community College offers 8 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Chandler-Gilbert Community College's ranking?
Chandler-Gilbert Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arizona for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body, Most Programs Offered and Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 12,441 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,878
  • Out-state tuition: $3,494
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
  • Minority enrollment: 50%
  • Source: Verified school update

Did You Know?

For Maricopa County, AZ public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,570 per year for in-state students and $8,581 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Maricopa County, AZ community colleges have a diversity score of 0.67, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Maricopa County, AZ is Brookline College-Phoenix. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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