General Social Sciences at American River College
If you are interested in studying General Social Sciences, take a look at what American River College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
American River College is located in Sacramento, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 400 general social sciences degrees were granted at American River College.
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Online Class Availability at American River College
Distance learning is available at American River College. Of 30,462 students, 13,443 (44%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,434 (21%) took at least some classes online.
General Social Sciences Rankings at American River College
Use these rankings to compare American River College’s General Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Nationwide | #7 of 156 |
| Best Value | California | #10 of 44 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #10 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #11 of 43 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #14 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #44 of 155 |
Earnings for General Social Sciences Graduates from American River College
Those who finish American River College’s General Social Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,748 |
| 2 years | $20,140 |
| 3 years | $31,533 |
| 4 years | $45,642 |
| 5 years | $52,793 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, General Social Sciences graduates from American River College report median earnings of $45,642, compared with $45,428 for all American River College graduates — about 0% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Social Sciences graduates at American River College, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Social Sciences graduates at American River College are 66% women (265) and 34% men (135).
General Social Sciences Associate’s Program at American River College
Of the 400 associate’s general social sciences graduates at American River College, 66% were women (265) and 34% were men (135).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Social Sciences associate’s degree recipients at American River College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 162 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 108 |
| Black / African American | 42 |
| Asian | 42 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 23 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 13 |
Minority students account for 56% of General Social Sciences associate’s degree recipients at American River College, below the national average of 65%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Social Sciences Concentrations at American River College
The General Social Sciences program at American River College offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Social Sciences | 400 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish General Social Sciences program at American River College work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for General Social Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Survey Researchers | $108,538 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $83,105 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.