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American River College

Public Sacramento, CA · Suburban · Far West · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
35%
Graduation Rate
$40,162
Earnings (10yr)
$7,999
Net Price
25,621
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Overview

American River College serves over 25,600 students, making it one of the largest community colleges in California. With a net price of just $7,999, it offers an affordable pathway to higher education. Students can explore a variety of programs, including Humanities, Construction Trades, and Health Professions.

Data from Opportunity Insights shows that American River College students see an average 10-year earnings of $40,162 after graduation. The college has a graduation rate of 35%, reflecting the challenges many students face in completing their degrees. While the Pell Grant rate is 21%, indicating a significant portion of students come from low-income backgrounds, the mobility rate data is not available.

Graduates leave with a median debt of $9,625, making it a manageable investment for many. This college is particularly suited for students looking for practical skills in fields like Business & Marketing or Social Sciences. Those who thrive here are often motivated to advance their careers without incurring substantial debt.

How American Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation35%Earnings 10yr$40KNet Price$8KRetention72%Median Debt$10KPell Grant Rate21%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$0-30K$6K$30-48K$10K$48-75K$14K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,288
In-State Tuition
$12,616
Out-of-State
$7,999
Avg Net Price
$9,625
Median Debt
21%
Pell Grant Rate
3%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$7,599
Family Income $0–$30K
$6,219
Family Income $30K–$48K
$9,538
Family Income $48K–$75K
$13,845
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$34,072
6 Years After Entry
$36,795
8 Years
$40,162
10 Years
0.24x
Debt-to-Earnings
45%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$34,072 6yr $36,795 8yr $40,162 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.94
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.09
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.7%
Volunteering Rate
0.92
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 72%
Full-Time Faculty 35%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,450
Diversity Index 0.74
First-Gen Students 51%

Top Programs

Humanities 18%
Construction Trades 17%
Social Sciences 12%
Business & Marketing 8%
Health Professions 5%
Psychology 4%
Physical Sciences 3%
Computer Science & IT 3%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Far West
Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
Predominant Degree Associate's
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
57%
White
37%
Hispanic
32%
Black
7%
Asian
13%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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