- American River College is a State-funded community college, part of the Los Rios Community College District, which also includes Cosumnes River College, Folsom Lake College, and Sacramento City College.
School Highlights
American River College serves 30,462 students (18% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 30,462 students
- In-state tuition: $1,242
- Out-state tuition: $7,272
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Minority enrollment: 64%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
American River College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 514 teachers has declined by 46% over five years.
American River College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1955
Campus Size
153 acres
Total Faculty
514 staff
72 staff
School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC)
Student Body
The student population of American River College has grown by 19% over five years.
The American River College diversity score of 0.75 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
30,462 students
6,850 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
59:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
5,337 students
1,034 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Part-Time Students
25,125 students
5,816 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Enrollment Undergraduate
30,462 students
2,055 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5,337 students
967 students
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
25,125 students
5,850 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
12%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Hispanic
30%
46%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Black
7%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% White
36%
23%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
5%
% Unknown races
8%
6%
Diversity Score
0.75
0.71
Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
27%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2022-2023, in 2024 dollars)
$44,544
$46,345
Points are in the dollars of their own College Scorecard release, and the colleges behind the state line differ by period. The lines do not show inflation-adjusted growth.
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $1,242 is more than the state average of $1,238. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,272 is more than the state average of $6,634. The out-state tuition has declined by 28% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,242
$1,238
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,272
$6,634
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
85%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,741
$6,272
Acceptance Rate
100%
96%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryDiving
FootballGolf
SoccerSoftball
SwimmingTennis
Track and FieldVolleyball
Water Polo
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The vision of American River College is to transform the future of all students and our community through inclusive, equitable education. Our mission is to place students first in providing an academically rich, inclusive environment that inspires critical thinking, learning and achievement, and responsible participation in the community. American River College, serving the greater Sacramento region, offers education and support for students to strengthen basic skills, earn associate degrees and certificates, transfer to other colleges and universities, and achieve career as well as other academic and personal goals. American River College strives to uphold the dignity and humanity of every student and employee. We are committed to equity and social justice through equity-minded education, transformative leadership, and community engagement. We believe this commitment is essential to achieving our mission and enhancing our community.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does American River College cost?
American River College's tuition is approximately $1,242 for In-State students and $7,272 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of American River College?
The acceptance rate of American River College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 96%.
What sports does American River College offer?
American River College offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Water Polo.
What is American River College's ranking?
American River College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
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