American River College
Founded 1955
President Melanie Dixon (President)
Fees USD 1,288
Acceptance Rate Open Admission (>75%)
Campus Setting Suburban
American River College (ARC) is a public community college founded in 1955 in Sacramento, California, the largest college in the Los Rios Community College District. ARC enrolls approximately 30,000 students and is one of the largest community colleges in the state. The college is known for its nursing program, its aviation maintenance technology program, and its strong transfer pathways.
Programs
- Nursing — Competitive ADN program for Sacramento region
- Aviation Maintenance Technology — FAA-approved at Sacramento Executive Airport
- Transfer Programs — Top UC/CSU transfer rates in Sacramento
- Business — Accounting and business administration
How to Apply
- Application: CCCApply | Open Admissions | In-State Tuition: ~$1,288/year