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.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $10,100. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $1,100-$1,300
- Out-of-State: $6,200-$7,402
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $46-$55 per unit
- Out-of-State: $260-$310 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 77% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 77% | $5,012 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Chaffey College may offer services to students including:
- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
- Day care for children
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Many community colleges are not only a source of technical or career training but also a stepping stone for students to transfer-out to a 4-year college, therefore we have included both graduation and transfer rates below and how Chaffey College compares against other community colleges in San Bernardino County and community colleges in California as a whole.
| Chaffey College | San Bernardino County | California | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 21.0% | 19.4% | 24.3% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 15.1% | 12.6% | 13.8% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Assistant Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1963)
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1978)
- Compare all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in California
- Radiology Technician Program
- Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 1973)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Chaffey College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Bookkeeping (A, C)
- Taxation (C)
- Administrative Assistant (A, C)
- Hotel and Hospitality Management (A, C)
- Small Business Management (A, C)
- Office Management and Supervision (A, C)
- Retail Management (A)
- Real Estate (C)
- Sales Manager (C)
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Communication Technology
- Photographic and Film Technology (A, C)
- Animation (A, C)
- Audio and Video Production
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (A)
- Radio and Television (A, C)
- Journalism (A, C)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Networking (C)
- Information Technology (A, C)
- Web Design (A, C)
- Computer Graphics (A, C)
- Computer Support Specialist (C)
Construction Trades
- Electrical and Power Transmission Installation (A, C)
Education
- Teacher Assistant (TA) (A, C)
Engineering
- Pre-Engineering
Engineering Technology
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting cad (C)
- Engineering Technology (A, C)
- Instrumentation Technology
- Architectural Drafting cad
English Language and Literature
- English (A)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Care Provider (A, C)
- Nutrition and Wellness Studies (A, C)
- Foodservice Administration and Management (C)
- Adult Development and Aging (A, C)
- Apparel and Textile Manufacture (C)
- Apparel and Textiles Management (A, C)
- Family and Consumer Sciences
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Sign Language (A)
- Chinese Language and Literature (A)
- Spanish Language and Literature (A)
- French Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (A, C)
- Radiologic Technology (A)
- Dental Assistant (A, C)
- Pharmacy Technician (A, C)
- Medical Executive Assistant (A)
- Dietetic Technician
History
- History (A)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Biological and Physical Sciences (A)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Humanistic Studies (A)
- Liberal Arts (A, C)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Aircraft Powerplant Technology (A, C)
- Aircraft Mechanic (A, C)
- Auto Body (A)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cooking and Related Culinary Arts (C)
- Restaurant and Catering Management (A, C)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (A)
- Religious Studies (A)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (A)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Police Science (A, C)
- Corrections Officer (A, C)
- Fire Prevention (A, C)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (A)
- Anthropology (A)
- Political Science (A)
- Social Science (A)
- Economics (A)
- Geography (A)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (A)
- Visual and Performing Arts (A)
- Fashion Design (A, C)
- Art Studies (A)
- Drawing (A)
- Interior Design (A, C)
- Ceramic Arts (A)
- Dance (A)
- Commercial and Advertising Art (C)
- Music (A)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Chaffey College.
- San Bernardino Valley College in San Bernardino, CA (15 miles away)
- Norco College in Norco, CA (16 miles away)
- Riverside Community College in Riverside, CA (16 miles away)
- Mt San Antonio College in Walnut, CA (17 miles away)
- Citrus College in Glendora, CA (18 miles away)