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American River College

Sacramento, California · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#277
Nationally
#32
In California
$0
In-State Tuition
per year
29,908
Undergrad Enrollment
20,000+
Overall Score & Rankings
58/100
Good
#277 nationally
#32 in California
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth88

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

American River College is a public two-year community college located in Sacramento, California. The college enrolls approximately 29,908 undergraduate students.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$0/yr
In-State Fees$1,288/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$11,520/yr
Room & Board$1,152/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$2,440/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$13,960/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$0↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
29,908
Total Undergrads
48% F / 52% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 36%
Hispanic 32%
Black 7%
Asian 12%
Two or more 5%
International 0%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Tuition ($0/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • Reasonable room and board costs at $1,152/yr
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who thrive in a large, diverse campus setting with extensive facilities and programs.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationSacramento, California
SettingSuburb: Large
Size20,000+
State Ranking
#32
in California out of 7+ colleges
#277
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.