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Chaffey College

Rancho Cucamonga, CA·Public·13,568 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for in-state California residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 13,568 students.

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About This School

Chaffey College is a public institution located in Rancho Cucamonga, California with approximately 13,568 undergraduate students enrolled. In-state tuition is $1,184 per year. Typical graduates earn $36,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

Chaffey College is a public community college in Rancho Cucamonga, California, United States. It serves students in Chino, Chino Hills, Fontana, Montclair, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga and Upland. It is the oldest community college in California.

As California's oldest community college, this Rancho Cucamonga institution offers an affordable path to transfer or career training for students across the Inland Empire region. The numbers tell a mixed story, though — median earnings of $36,700 a decade after enrollment are modest, so students should be strategic about which program they choose and have a clear plan for transferring to a four-year school or entering a higher-wage field. Worth considering if cost is a priority and you have a specific academic or career goal in mind, but go in with eyes open about long-term earning potential.

Founded
1883

Notable Alumni

Frank ZappaJoseph WambaughKen CalvertMeagan TandyPape SowRollie Fingers

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$1,184
Out-of-State Tuition
$11,120
Avg Net Price
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after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants28%
Median debt at graduationN/A

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
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Retention Rate
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freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,700
after enrollment
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at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
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at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$28,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,700
after enrollment

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White14%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino63%
Asian7%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (13,568 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Chaffey College

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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