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Chandler-Gilbert Community College

Chandler, Arizona · Public community college · Training programs available:

Aviation maintenance (A&P) schoolsLPN / LVN programs
30%completion rate · Arizona avg 64%
$7,000median debt of graduates
$42,763median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$51,111median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing | Higher Learning Commission (Accredited)
Address: 2626 E Pecos Rd, Chandler, AZ 85225 · Phone: (480) 732-7000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Chandler-Gilbert Community College is a public trade school in Chandler, AZ, offering aviation maintenance (A&P) and LPN/LVN programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Chandler-Gilbert Community College has a 29.8% completion rate, below the state average of 64.4%; median graduate debt is $7,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $51,111, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 11.0% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Chandler-Gilbert Comm… Chandler-Gilbert Comm…: 29.8% 29.8% Arizona average Arizona average: 64.4% 64.4% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Aircraft mechanics and service technicians$48,290$75,300$86,990
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$61,050$77,070$81,860

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arizona (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.

Trade programs at this campus

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 52 $43,762 $54,192 $7,000
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 38 $43,762 $54,192 $7,000
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 22 not reported not reported not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 4 not reported not reported not reported

Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.

Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.

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About this school

Chandler-Gilbert Community College is a public trade and career school in Chandler, Arizona, located in a large city. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Its trade offerings center on aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, the largest program by completions, and LPN/LVN programs.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 29.8%, below the state average of 64.4% for similar programs. Graduates who took out federal loans carried a median debt of $7,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $51,111. About 11.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a modest share of low-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.

With 116 trade program completers among 5,051 undergraduates, this campus offers a mix of shorter certificate-style training (like aviation maintenance) and licensure-track programs (LPN) that can suit adult learners or career changers seeking a defined credential path, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission or ACEN, and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before applying.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Chandler-Gilbert Community College's top trade programs are aviation maintenance (A&P) schools and LPN/LVN programs, with 4 total program families reported.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, it is accredited. The Higher Learning Commission accredits the college overall, and nursing programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 29.8%, which is below the Arizona state average of 64.4%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $7,000, per federal Scorecard data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are $51,111, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (480) 732-7000 or visit its website for current tuition figures.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

This is a public community college, which typically means lower published tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state and federal aid programs.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly or check its website for program schedules.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can confirm accreditation status with the Higher Learning Commission or ACEN and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?364025.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The mix of shorter aviation maintenance training and licensure-track LPN programs may suit career changers seeking a defined credential, though specific scheduling details for adult learners are not reported here.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements, such as FAA certification for aviation maintenance or state licensure for LPN graduates, are not detailed in this data; contact the school for specifics on credential requirements.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Chandler-Gilbert Community College at (480) 732-7000 or through its website, https://www.cgc.maricopa.edu/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data on other nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.

Other trade and career schools in Chandler, AZ

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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.

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