Overview
Chaffey College is a public community college based in Rancho Cucamonga, California. The school operates multiple campuses around the state in Rancho, Chino, and Fontana. Chaffey College has an open admissions policy and offers a federally funded Upward Bound Program for students from low-income families or whose parents do not hold a bachelor’s degree. Undocumented students can gain access to several resources such as scholarship and financial aid information through the Chaffey Dreamers program.
Average Net Price:
$9,699
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $1,184 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $11,120 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $13,779 |
| Books and Supplies | $938 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
27%
Average Aid Per Year
$5,595
27%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,265
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$570
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$1766
95%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,265
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
0%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,959
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$3,500
Students receiving federal loans
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$3,502
Average Other Loans Per Year
$8,666
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
2 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
1451
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 17 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | April 26 | |
| Other | June 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
At least 2, but less than 4 academic years
Total Number of Students
19,238
Total Number of Undergrads
19,238
0
100
33%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
Student:Faculty Ratio
22:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
Learning Options
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
88
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
Countries Represented
40
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
56%
Student Organizations
37
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Panthers
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
164
Total Female Athletes
90
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Water Polo
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Chaffey College Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
No
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$36,700
Top 5 Cities
Los Angeles
San Diego
San Francisco
Las Vegas
Phoenix
Top 5 Employers
Chaffey College
Kaiser Permanente
Amazon
UPS
Target
Top 5 Sectors
Operations
Business Development
Sales
Administrative
Healthcare Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$3,500
Loan Default Rate
5%
National: 8%
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI take the Broadcasting and Cinema classes so its very useful that I'm getting a hands on approach so I know what I'm doing.
Stephen from Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Chaffey has taught me so much, not only in classes, but about life as well. The classes vary in difficulty, but I always learn a lot.
Carly from Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Chaffey College has a small campus so it was easier for me to find the resources I needed. The student population is so diverse, I learned how to appreciate the different cultures, languages, and backgrounds.
Jennifer from Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Stressful but effective!
Judith from Ontario, CA
The instructers here are great! They want you to pass!
Fiel from Fontana, CA
This college has different kind of class to choose from morning or afternoon or even night. Some teachers will talk about what you need to know or study for quiz or even midterms.
Anarsoa from Montclair, CA
Chaffey College has a nice campus and good programs. The programs allows me and my friends to get help when we need it. The only thing I wish is that Chaffey get a new track field.
Andrew from Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Chaffey College is a great school that has very good professors. The campus is beautiful since it is just a little south of the mountains. The vibe on campus is nice and relaxing which allows you to feel comfortable being at school for long periods of time.
Brittany from Chino, CA
This school has great professors. They are professional and are very knowledgeable about the subject that they teach. The school as a whole is amazing.
Melissa from Fontana, CA
I must say that Chaffey College has been an outstanding college to have begun my scholarly journey. The fellow students that I have met here have proven to be quite a diverse and fantastic group. And best of all, I have been taught and academically assisted by some of the very best faculty members of this school; all of these benefits without having to pay a fortunate.
Pedro from Fontana, CA
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