Biological & Physical Science at American River College
If you plan to study Biological & Physical Science, take a look at what American River College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
American River College is in Sacramento, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 317 biological & physical science graduations were recorded at American River College.
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Online & Distance Learning at American River College
Many students take online classes at American River College. Of 30,462 students, 13,443 (44%) studied exclusively online and 6,434 (21%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Physical Science Rankings at American River College
Rankings can help you compare American River College’s Biological & Physical Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #37 of 84 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #39 of 92 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #54 of 190 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #58 of 82 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #65 of 90 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #133 of 191 |
Earnings for Biological & Physical Science Graduates from American River College
Those who finish American River College’s Biological & Physical Science program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,407 |
| 4 years | $39,275 |
| 5 years | $49,867 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Biological & Physical Science graduates from American River College report median earnings of $39,275, compared with $45,428 for all American River College graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Physical Science graduates from American River College is $14,400.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Biological & Physical Science graduates at American River College, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Biological & Physical Science graduates at American River College are 78% women (246) and 22% men (71).
Biological & Physical Science Associate’s Program at American River College
Among the 317 associate’s biological & physical science graduates at American River College, 78% were women (246) and 22% were men (71).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biological & Physical Science associate’s degree recipients at American River College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 125 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 94 |
| Black / African American | 21 |
| Asian | 52 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 13 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 8 |
Minority students account for 57% of Biological & Physical Science associate’s degree recipients at American River College, lower than the national average of 66%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biological & Physical Science Concentrations at American River College
This Biological & Physical Science program at American River College offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biological & Physical Sciences | 317 |
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Physical Science Graduates
Graduates of the Biological & Physical Science program at American River College work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Biological & Physical Science graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $68,967 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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