# American River College

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## Overview

- **Location:** Sacramento, CA
- **Type:** Public
- **Setting:** Suburban
- **Region:** Far West
- **Enrollment:** 25,621
- **Predominant Degree:** Associate's
- **Hispanic-Serving Institution:** Yes

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.

## Admissions

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Acceptance Rate | N/A |
| SAT Average | N/A |
| ACT Midpoint | N/A |

## Cost & Aid

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

### Net Price by Family Income

| Family Income | Net Price |
|--------------|----------|
| $0-$30K | $7,599 |
| $30K-$48K | $6,219 |
| $48K-$75K | $9,538 |
| $75K-$110K | N/A |
| $110K+ | $13,845 |

## Outcomes

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Graduation Rate | 35% |
| Retention Rate | 72% |
| Earnings (6yr) | $34,072 |
| Earnings (8yr) | $36,795 |
| Earnings (10yr) | $40,162 |
| Debt-to-Earnings | 0.24x |
| Loan Repayment (3yr) | N/A |

## Social Capital (Social Capital Atlas)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Economic Connectedness | 0.94 |
| Friending Bias | 0.09 |
| Volunteering Rate | 4.7% |
| Support Ratio | 0.92 |

## Top Programs

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

## Data Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov)
- Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas
- NCES IPEDS

## Citation

CollegeRanker. "American River College — School Profile." CollegeRanker.com. https://www.collegeranker.com/colleges/american-river-college