American River College
About American River College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
American River College teaches in the northern suburbs of Sacramento and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The social sciences, biological sciences and business are its largest programs, and most of its students are working toward a transfer to a California university.
Founded
1955
Location
Sacramento, California
Students
25,621
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,288
Out-of-state: $12,616
Avg Net Price
$7,999
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,162
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
36.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
72%
Transfer Out
9%
Teaching Quality
28:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
35.1%
$/Student
$6.2K
Class Size
Large
The 36.6% graduation rate is below average, but 72% 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
$1,288
In-State
$12,616
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,152
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,384
After Financial Aid
$7,999
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,599
Receive Grants
21.1%
Take Loans
2.9%
Tuition is $1,288/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $7,999.
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 American River College fund their education.
While in School
21.1%
Get Grants
Free money
2.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$13,273
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,625
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$102/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,625, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends American River College.
Gender
47.6%
Female
52%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
25,621
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
51.4%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
46.8%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 51.4% 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
25,621
Students
community
Institution
Large
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
American River College fields 12 varsity teams with 529 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
529
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
351
Men
178
Women
9
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of American River Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,162
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Social Sciences, General
$48K
397 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$29K
295 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
230 grads
Psychology, General
—
159 grads
Physical Sciences, General
—
119 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
82 grads
Graduates earn about $34K six years out, growing to $40K 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.