- Crafton Hills College wants you to achieve your educational, career, and personal goals. We are here to help!
- You`re not just one of 5,500 students to us. You are an individual with ambition, aspirations, and goals. We see your potential and will help you engage, learn and advance.
- Not only is Crafton beautiful with new buildings and breathtaking views there are tons of opportunities for interaction in student clubs, athletics, field trips, Three Peaks events, and fun activities in the Quad.
- We`ve got professors with master`s degrees and Ph. D.s Experienced and dedicated. Connected and engaging.
- We offer 50+ associate degrees and 25 career certificate programs, including our premier fire academy, to ensure you train for a high-paying job or transfer to a four-year university. We have a track record of students transferring to their university of choice after two years at Crafton.
- Let's Go!
School Highlights
Crafton Hills College serves 5,919 students (28% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 5,919 students
- In-state tuition: $1,142
- Out-state tuition: $5,606
- Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
- Minority enrollment: 69%
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- Crafton Fire Academy alumni get first look at new, state-of-the-art Public Safety Center - 12/13/2023Crafton Hills College's Fire Academy will launch on January 16, 2024, in a new state-of-the-art Public Safety Training Center. Alumni previewed the facility in December and praised its advanced features. ...moreThe $9.5 million center, funded by Measure CC, includes props for fire-burn simulations, training areas for various building types, space for rope rescue and ladder drills, and a live-fire facility (to be completed in April). The modern facility aims to attract more cadets and better prepare them for real-world firefighting. Crafton offers two fire academies per year, with 18 weeks of intensive training. hide
- Crafton Hills College named 2023 Equity Champion for Higher Education - 11/29/2023Crafton Hills College (Crafton) was named a 2023 Equity Champion for Higher Education by The Campaign for College Opportunity for its efforts in supporting Black student transfers to universities. Crafton, ...morealong with 26 other institutions, was recognized for creating strong pathways to earning an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) for students of color, ensuring that Black students receive ADTs at rates comparable to their peers. hide
Top Rankings
Crafton Hills College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 308 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Crafton Hills College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
308 staff
315 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Crafton Hills College has declined by 12% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 has decreased from 20:1 over five years.
The Crafton Hills College diversity score of 0.57 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has declined by 9% over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,919 students
9,796 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
1,640 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
4,279 students
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
404 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,640 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,719 students
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
6%
13%
% Hispanic
57%
47%
% Black
4%
7%
% White
31%
23%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3116%
0.4221%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4286%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,300
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,142 is less than the state average of $1,516. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,606 is less than the state average of $6,779. The out-state tuition has declined by 30% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,142
$1,516
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,606
$6,779
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
63%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Cross Country, Swimming, Water Polo
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Crafton Hills is one of 116 colleges in the California Community College system, the largest college system in the world. Located on rolling hills above the Yucaipa Valley and surrounded by an undisturbed natural environment, Crafton Hills offers more than 50 majors in the liberal arts and sciences, vocations, and technical studies. Crafton Hills is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, the accrediting body for California and the Western Pacific. Whether your goal is to transfer to a four-year college or to get job training for a new career, Crafton Hills can help you with your future. The college also offers a variety of recreational, cultural, and social opportunities. The music program under the direction of Mark McConnell hosts student recitals and performances throughout the year. Theatre Arts has become renowned for its excellent productions of award-winning Broadway plays, musicals, and the classics. At Crafton Hills, students have extracurricular opportunities to explore their interests in clubs, student government, and educational field trips.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Paul Barich - Redlands Mayor Paul Barich took classes at Crafton Hills College the first year the college opened its doors. He believes the time he spent here prepared him well for transfer to UCLA, where he earned a degree in history. He then returned to his hometown of Redlands to start a career in teaching before opening Barich and Associates Insurance Marketing Services Inc., which specializes in health, life, Medicare and 401(k)s.
- Damian G. Garcia - Judge, Superior Court of San Bernardino County
Profile last updated: 09/19/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Crafton Hills College cost?
Crafton Hills College's tuition is approximately $1,142 for In-State students and $5,606 for Out-State students.
Who are famous alumni from Crafton Hills College?
Crafton Hills College famous alumni include: Paul Barich and Damian G. Garcia.
What sports does Crafton Hills College offer?
Crafton Hills College offers 3 interscholastic sports: Cross Country, Swimming and Water Polo.
What is Crafton Hills College's ranking?
Crafton Hills College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Least expensive tuition.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Crafton Hills College is Community Christian College (3.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Students
Community Christian College
Private not-for-profit
1174 Nevada Street, Suite 200
Redlands, CA 92374
(909) 253-7707
Redlands, CA 92374
(909) 253-7707
3.9 miles
| 793 students
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San Bernardino, CA 92408
(909) 382-4000
San Bernardino, CA 92408
(909) 382-4000
10.4 miles
| 0 students
Concorde Career College-San Bernardino
Private for-profit
201 East Airport Drive, Suite A
San Bernardino, CA 92408
(909) 884-8891
San Bernardino, CA 92408
(909) 884-8891
11.0 miles
| 1,333 students
Moreno Valley College
Public
16130 Lasselle St
Moreno Valley, CA 92551
(951) 571-6100
Moreno Valley, CA 92551
(951) 571-6100
12.3 miles
| 15,329 students
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San Bernardino, CA 92410
(909) 384-4400
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(909) 384-4400
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