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Chandler Gilbert Community College

Chandler Gilbert Community College

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:

  • Pecos Campus
  • Sun Lakes Center
  • Williams Campus

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).

Overview of Chandler Gilbert Community College

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.

Areas of Study

Students commonly pursue studies in science and art studies.

Chandler Gilbert Community College Selectivity

Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.

Faculty

The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.

Student Body

Chandler Gilbert Community College has 10,277 enrolled students (as of 2007).

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.

Contacting Chandler Gilbert Community College

Chandler Gilbert Community College
2626 E Pecos Rd
Chandler, AZ 85225-2499
General Phone: (480) 732-7000
http://www.cgc.maricopa.edu

Chandler Gilbert Community College Programs and Degrees (2007)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Art Studies438art studies, visual and performing arts
Liberal Arts229liberal arts and sciences, general studies, liberal arts and humanities
Mechanics And Repair108aircraft maintenance, mechanic and repair, aircraft powerplant tech, computer repair
Business And Management90business, organizational behavior, marketing, business management
Science82natural sciences, physical sciences
Nursing And Emergency Medicine53registered nursing, licensed practical nurse
Computer Science And Engineering47computer networking, computer and info science, computer services management, computer support, database administration, computer security
Education And Teaching34elementary school teaching, teacher aide
Security And Law Enforcement21criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and police, criminology, security and protective services
Therapy And Counseling16massage therapy, psychology
Construction Trades11lineworker
Office And Administration4data entry
Nutrition And Exercise Therapy4dietetic technician, exercise science
Photography And Commercial Art3commercial photography, commercial art
Transportation2commercial pilot and flight crew
Engineering Technician1electromechanical tech

Number of programs and degrees for Chandler Gilbert Community College in 2007:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years67310
Associate's degree39719
Award of less than 1 academic year4616
Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years271

Student Body

In 2007, Chandler Gilbert Community College had a total enrollment of 10,277 students (5,448 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White64%
Black4%
Hispanic15%
Asian5%
American Indian2%
Unknown8%
(Foreign Students)1%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 1818%
18-1928%
20-2115%
22-2411%
25-299%
30-345%
35-395%
40-496%
50-642%
65+0%

Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)

ResidencePercent
Arizona93%
(International Students)3%
State unknown1%
Illinois1%

Chandler Gilbert Community College Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time67 %
Part-Time40 %

Chandler Gilbert Community College Room and Board (2007)

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.

Chandler Gilbert Community College Expenses and Financial Aid (2007)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 6,462
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 6,750
Books and supplies$ 1,104

Financial Aid:
Chandler Gilbert Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3072200)

Chandler Gilbert Community College Faculty

Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelMenWomen
Non-tenured and not on tenure track4967

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
No academic rankacademic year49$74,53267$73,543
All faculty totalacademic year49$74,53267$73,543

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Chandler Gilbert Community College Athletics

Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):

SportMenWomenTotal
Total91625
Basketball347
Baseball101
All Other Sports51217

Chandler Gilbert Community College Degree Programs (2007)

ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Visual and Performing Arts, General

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Organizational Behavior Studies

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
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

CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Lineworker

EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Teacher Assistant/Aide

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech

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)
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
Psychology, General

TRANSPORTATION
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew

Chandler Gilbert Community College Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Chandler Gilbert Community College Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
% of degrees in art studies
(vs. all colleges)
Top 1%Chandler Gilbert Community College % of degrees in art studies
Number of students
(vs. all colleges)
Top 8%Chandler Gilbert Community College Number of students
% of degrees in mechanics and repair
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 8%Chandler Gilbert Community College % of degrees in mechanics and repair
Salaries of full-time faculty
(vs. all colleges)
Top 11%Chandler Gilbert Community College Salaries of full-time faculty
Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs
(vs. all colleges)
Top 11%Chandler Gilbert Community College Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs
% of degrees in computer science and engineering
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 16%Chandler Gilbert Community College % of degrees in computer science and engineering
Number of degree programs
(for open-admission colleges)
Top 16%Chandler Gilbert Community College Number of degree programs
% of degrees in science
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 17%Chandler Gilbert Community College % of degrees in science
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers athletic scholarships

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