CHAFFEY COLLEGE
- 5885 Haven Ave
- Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737
- OPEID College Code: 00116300
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- General Phone: (909) 987-1737
- Superintendent/President: Henry D. Shannon, Ph.d.
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 21,399
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Chaffey College is a two-year public community college located in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, near Los Angeles in Southern California. The college district serves the inland empire of Western San Bernardino County. The cities served include Chino, Chino Hills, Fontana, Montclair, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, and Upland, among others.
Chaffey College offers academic and occupational programs to the local community via its three campuses and online education program. Many students follow a core curriculum that allows them to transfer to four-year universities to complete a bachelor's degree. Chaffey College has been recognized for its outstanding vocational and technology programs, which include nursing, automotive technology, hotel and food service, and aeronautics, among others.
History
Chaffey College was founded in 1883 as a private college. The college was established by brothers George and William Chaffey as the Chaffey College School of Agriculture. Their aim was to establish a local college that would bring quality education to the citrus growing families of the Upland and Ontario areas. In 1916, it was accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and began receiving public funding.
From the early days, Chaffey College was known for its fine athletics department. Chaffey beat USC for the first championship of intercollegiate football in Southern California in 1893.
In 1970, the Board of Trustees became the Chaffey Community College District. In 1990, the college opened its first educational center in the community, in Ontario. A second educational center opened in Fontana in 1999. In 2000, The Chaffey College Chino Center was opened. Its Chino Information Technology Center opened in 2002. In 2007, the college opened its Ralph M. Lewis Center.
Academics
The academic calendar for Chaffey College follows the semester format, with fall and spring semesters. The fall semester begins in mid-August and runs to mid-December. The spring semester begins in mid-January and runs to mid-May.
Colleges and Schools
- School of Business and Applied Technology
- School of Health Sciences
- School of Language Arts
- School of Mathematics and Science
- School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
- School of Visual, Performing and Communication Arts
- School of Instructional Support
Student Life
Student resources at Chaffey College include online services, CalWORKS, a child development center, counseling center, disability programs and services, distance education, study abroad program, a global career center, student jobs services, honors program, student health services, veteran services, a writing center, and more
Students at Chaffey College are encouraged to pursue activities beyond the classroom to enrich their college experience. Student organizations on campus include everything from an Anime Club and the Associate Press to a Ceramics Club, Glee Club and Philosophy Club.
There is no on-campus housing available, but there is a housing directory that provides information on how to find a variety of rentals and housing options near the campuses.
Traditions
The traditional school colors for Chaffey College are red, white and black. The school mascot is the panther, and the athletic teams are nicknamed the Chaffey College "Panthers."
Athletics
The Chaffey College "Panthers" athletic teams compete in several intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Soccer
- Water Polo
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Satellite Campuses
In addition to its primary campus in Rancho Cucamonga, Chaffey College has two satellite campuses: The Chaffey College Chino Campus in Chino, California and the Chino Campus at College Park. These campuses include the Chaffey College Chino Education Center and the Robert Pile Chaffey College Chino Information Technology Center.
Community Life
The Chaffey College Foundation was established in 1987 to support Chaffey's leadership and raise the funds necessary for student enrichment and a stronger college community.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered
- Website
- www.chaffey.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Single Campus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Large Two-Year
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.chaffey.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 42%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 14% | 29% | 41% | 4% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,162 | $3,917 | $865 | $793 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 11.6% | 7.5% | 11.7% |
| Number in Default | 13 | 7 | 14 |
| Number in Repayment | 112 | 93 | 119 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $710 | $550 | $550 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $710 | $550 | $550 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $5,650 | $5,324 | $5,064 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,638 | $1,566 | $1,386 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,872 | $10,152 | $9,288 |
| Other Expenses | $3,996 | $3,870 | $3,618 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,140 | $3,870 | $3,888 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,348 | $2,116 | $1,936 |
| In-State | $2,348 | $2,116 | $1,936 |
| Out of State | $7,288 | $6,890 | $6,450 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $17,216 | $16,138 | $14,842 |
| In-State | $17,216 | $16,138 | $14,842 |
| Out of State | $22,156 | $20,912 | $19,356 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,488 | $6,130 | $5,824 |
| In-State | $6,488 | $6,130 | $5,824 |
| Out of State | $11,428 | $10,904 | $10,338 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 21,399 Undergraduate: 21,399
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 8,773 Female: 12,626
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 8,773 Female: 12,626
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 7,264 Part-Time: 14,135
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 7,264 Part-Time: 14,135
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 181 | 0.8% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 2,344 | 11% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 614 | 3% |
| Ages 18-19 | 6,041 | 28% |
| Ages 20-21 | 4,116 | 19% |
| Ages 22-24 | 3,264 | 15% |
| Ages 25-29 | 2,692 | 13% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,393 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,041 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,510 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 686 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 42 | 0.2% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,205 | 555 | 650 |
| Faculty Status | 859 | 231 | 628 |
| Tenured Faculty | 174 | 174 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 859 | 231 | 628 |
| Primarily Instruction | 859 | 231 | 628 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 39 | 38 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 41 | 41 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 266 | 245 | 21 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 149 | 136 | 13 |
| Skilled Crafts | 7 | 7 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 43 | 40 | 3 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $89,505 (198) | $90,239 (82) | $88,987 (116) |
| Instructor | $89,505 (198) | $90,239 (82) | $88,987 (116) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $84,964 (24) | $81,392 (5) | $85,904 (19) |
| Instructor | $84,964 (24) | $81,392 (5) | $85,904 (19) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $87,344 (222) | $88,880 (87) | $86,355 (135) |
| Instructor | $87,344 (222) | $88,880 (87) | $86,355 (135) |
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 345 | 219 | 126 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 345 | 219 | 126 |
| Baseball | 35 | 35 | - |
| Basketball | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Football | 72 | 72 | - |
| Soccer | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Softball | 17 | - | 17 |
| Swimming | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 63 | 40 | 23 |
| Volleyball | 15 | - | 15 |
| Water Polo | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $40,437 | $23,250 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $3,204 | $2,378 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Football | 10 | 10 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 9 | 9 | - |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Swimming | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Water Polo | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 53%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 31%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 18% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 19% |
| Female | 18% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 59% |
| Unknown | 21% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 2 |
| Drug Related | - | 1 |
| Liquor Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | 1 | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | 1 |
| Burglary | 17 | 15 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 2 |
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