Academic Catalog

President's Message

2024-2025 Catalog & Student Handbook

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CJ Wurster, President

Congratulations on your decision to pursue your education at Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC)!

Whether you plan on earning a degree or a certificate, are preparing to transfer to a four-year university, or simply looking to further develop in your career/personal life, CGCC can provide a path for you to reach your goals. With more than 70 associate degree and certificate programs, as well as transfer partnerships with over 40 universities—including Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, and the University of Arizona—you’ll find your fit at CGCC.

Since its founding in 1992, CGCC has served thousands of students in the East Valley at its Pecos and Williams campuses, Sun Lakes Center, and Communiversity at Queen Creek. We pride ourselves on the excellence of our innovative faculty and staff, state-of-the-art facilities, broad array of campus life and events, and our commitment to inclusion and diversity. At CGCC, you belong, and we will provide the resources to help you succeed.

The Catalog & Student Handbook is an important resource, containing the information you need to begin your college experience. I recommend that you check out the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar, the Educational Programs, and the Student Rights and Responsibilities sections. Please feel free to contact me and any of our faculty and staff if there is anything we can do to help you. I look forward to seeing you on campus!

Welcome to Chandler-Gilbert Community College!

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CJ Wurster, Ed.D.

President