Chandler/ Gilbert Community College or CGCC is a community college in the Maricopa County Community College District. The college was founded in 1985 as an extension of Mesa Community College. It comprises three campuses:
CGCC offers over 50 programs which confer certificates (CCL), degrees (AAS) and transfer programs (ATP) in various fields of study.
The official mascot of the college is the Coyote and their sports teams are known as the Coyotes. They participate in various sports like soccer, baseball, basketball, golf, volleyball and softball. They take part in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and Community College Athletic Conference (ACCAC).
Chandler, AZ is home to Chandler/Gilbert Community College. Chandler is a large suburb. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Chandler/Gilbert Community College go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in science and art studies.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Chandler/Gilbert Community College has 10,277 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Chandler-Gilbert Community College serves students and its diverse communities by providing quality life-long learning opportunities in a learner-centered environment through effective, accessible educational programs and activities."
More complete details are provided below.
Chandler/Gilbert Community College
2626 E Pecos Rd
Chandler, AZ 85225-2499
General Phone: (480) 732-7000
http://www.cgc.maricopa.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 212 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies, liberal arts and humanities |
| Art Studies | 167 | art studies, visual and performing arts |
| Mechanics and Repair | 124 | aircraft powerplant tech, mechanic and repair, aircraft maintenance, computer repair |
| Business and Management | 104 | business management, business, accounting, business and related services, organizational behavior, accounting technology, marketing, MIS, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 64 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 50 | computer networking, computer and info science, computer services management, database administration, computer programming, computer support, computer applications programming, system administration, ... |
| Science | 50 | physical sciences, natural sciences |
| Education and Teaching | 31 | elementary school teaching, teacher aide, education |
| Therapy and Counseling | 12 | massage therapy, psychology, mental and social health services |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 11 | criminal justice and safety, security and protective services, criminology, criminal justice and police |
| Construction Trades | 11 | lineworker |
| Office and Administration | 6 | data entry |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 5 | dietetic technician, exercise science, dietitian assistant |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 2 | commercial art, commercial photography |
| Engineering Technician | 2 | electromechanical tech |
| Transportation | 0 | commercial pilot and flight crew |
| Family and Social Work | 0 | social work |
Number of programs and degrees for Chandler/Gilbert Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 416 | 35 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 352 | 13 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 52 | 21 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 31 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Chandler/Gilbert Community College had a total enrollment of 10,277 students (5,326 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 65% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 16% |
| Asian | 6% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 18% |
| 18-19 | 28% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arizona | 93% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
| Part-Time | 40 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Chandler, Arizona for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arizona Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,734 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,894 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,120 |
Financial Aid:
Chandler/Gilbert Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3072200)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 51 | 68 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 51 | $76,423 | 68 | $77,289 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 51 | $76,423 | 68 | $77,289 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 9 | 16 | 25 |
| Basketball | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| Baseball | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| All Other Sports | 5 | 12 | 17 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Computer Programming, Vendor/Product Certification
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer and Information Systems Security
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration
System Administration/Administrator
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetic Technician (DTR)
Dietitian Assistant
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial Photography
Commercial and Advertising Art
SCIENCE
Natural Sciences
Physical Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Criminology
Security and Protective Services, Other
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
Psychology, General
TRANSPORTATION
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Chandler/Gilbert Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for open-admission colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers athletic scholarships
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