About the College
Crafton Hills College (CHC) is one of 112 colleges in the California Community College system, the largest college system of higher education in the world. Since its opening in 1972, learners of all ages, interests and backgrounds have passed through the doors of CHC, taking advantage of this first step to higher learning. As new businesses and industries settle in this region, CHC continues to increase in importance as a source for a college education and career training. Crafton Hills currently serves approximately 6,100 students and offers both day and evening classes.
Crafton Hills College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, 10 Commercial Boulevard, Suite 204, Novato, CA 94949, 415.506.0234, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education.
Crafton Hills College has made every reasonable effort to ensure that the information provided in this general Catalog is accurate and current. However, this document should not be considered an irrevocable contract between the student and Crafton Hills College. The content is subject to change. The College reserves the right to make additions, revisions, or deletions as may be necessary due to changes in governmental regulations, district policy, or college policy, procedures, or curriculum. The College will make every reasonable effort to inform students of significant changes that occur after publication of this document.
Located in southern California, on rolling hills above the Yucaipa Valley, and surrounded by an undisturbed natural environment, Crafton Hills College offers majors in the liberal arts and sciences, career and technical studies. With its imaginative architecture, manicured grounds and spectacular surroundings, the atmosphere of the college is one of serenity — right for reflection, growth and learning.
What sets the campus apart from many others is that, in addition to quality instruction, many of our professors are experts in their respective fields outside the classroom. The small size of the college allows for much more one-on-one communication between instructors and students. CHC instructors are noted for being accessible and caring about the students as individuals. Whether you’re a new student just getting started in college or you’re returning to college after having been out of school for a while, it is never too late to go to college. At CHC, there is still that personal touch.
There are many student services available to help you achieve your higher education goals. You can find information and a listing of student services in this catalog and in the class schedule.
The Child Development Center and the Child Development Program function collaboratively to provide the best education possible for preschool-aged children and our child development students.
In addition to student-centered classes and an able counseling and career guidance staff, CHC provides a variety of cultural, social and recreational opportunities. The Art, Music, and Theatre Arts Departments are student intensive, offering two years of experience-based education that allows our students to participate in art exhibits, concerts, and theatre productions throughout the year. Also, students have extracurricular opportunities to explore their interests through clubs, student government and educational field trips to various locations. For recreational activities, the college’s Kinesiology and Health oversees outstanding facilities including a gymnasium, weight room, swimming pool, and tennis courts.
Above all, CHC is a place for learning and personal growth. It has established a reputation for quality and a willingness to respond quickly and reasonably to community needs. CHC operates on the semester system. Fall semester begins in August, spring term starts in January, and summer session starts in June.