Crafton Hills College
About Crafton Hills College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Crafton Hills College teaches in Yucaipa, in the hills of the Inland Empire, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. It is known for its fire academy and paramedic program, and the sciences and business are its largest degree programs.
Founded
1971
Location
Yucaipa, California
Students
5,687
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
31.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,188
Out-of-state: $14,556
Avg Net Price
$11,331
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,553
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
31.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
69%
Transfer Out
8.8%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
33.2%
$/Student
$3.8K
Class Size
Large
The 31.3% graduation rate is below average, but 69% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,188
In-State
$14,556
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,282
After Financial Aid
$11,331
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,838
Receive Grants
14%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $1,188/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $11,331.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Crafton Hills College fund their education.
While in School
14%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,504
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Crafton Hills College.
Gender
55.4%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,687
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.8%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
30.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 55% of the student body. 56.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
5,687
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Crafton Hills College fields 3 varsity teams with 63 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Water Polo
Student Athletes
63
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
44% / 56%
28
Men
35
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Crafton Hills Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,553
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biological and Physical Sciences
$54K
175 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
115 grads
Social Sciences, General
$45K
78 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
72 grads
Sociology
—
44 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$79K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.