American River College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at American River College was $1,104 a year for in-state students and $9,480 a year for out-of-state students.

Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the displayed price of tuition doesn't mean much if you plan to use financial aid to help pay for college. Many students owe a lot less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. And, student loans can make theprice of collegefeel more doable until after graduation.

Does American River College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

American River College is a public institution, which means it offers a reduced tuition rate of $1,104 for students who qualify as state residents and attend full-time.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state residency can cut the cost of college tuition. Be sure to check your state's requirements for in-state tuition. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. In many states, students must have lived in the state for 12 months before starting school to qualify for in-state tuition. There may be additional requirements too, depending on where you live.

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Is American River College's Tuition Different for International Students?

Tuition at American River is the same for all students.

International students are not eligible for federal financial aid, but may qualify for private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities..

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American River College Living Expenses, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; there are other costs associated with college, like room and board, facility fees, and books and supplies. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at American River.

House and Food Costs at American River

Housing and campus dining at American River is $17,784 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that allows you to eat in the school dining halls.

American River doesn't offer on-campus housing for students, so there are no charge for dorms, however you should take into account the cost of off-campus housing when evaluating the actual cost of various colleges.

Board costs may vary depending on the numnber of meals you intend to eat on-campus

Cost of Books at American River

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The actual cost of books and supplies depends on the courses you take and the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy books from students who have already taken the course.

Annual Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

There may be optional fees associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools offer resources for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at American River

The total cost of transportation in college depends on a few key factors. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus easy to get around on foot? Do you own a car, or will you need to use public transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your transportation budget.

A school's location can also have a big effect on the amount you'll have to spend just to get around. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the flip side, transportation in a city is usually costly, but there may be more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. American River Collegeis located in a suburban setting in California.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, be sure to leave some room in your budget for personal expenses, like going out to eat or see shows, furnishing your living space, and things like haircuts, clothes and, yes, even toilet paper and shampoo.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at American River College

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better idea of how much students can expect to shell out for American River.

How Much Does American River Cost?

What will the cost of attending American River be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
In-state Tuition	$1,104
Out-of-State Tuition	$9,480
Room and Board	$17,784
Other expenses	$3,924

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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American River College Financial Aid

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In 2022, 0 of the 33,821 undergrads enrolled received financial aid.

Most Common Loans for American River Students

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on American River financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at American River College

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2022, a total of $35 million was awarded in need-based scholarships. An additional $310000 thousand in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

American River College Net Cost

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for American River students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of American River seem more manageable.

What will attending American River really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families get a better idea of the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the American River's net cost calculator on their website.

American River College Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Students cannot pay tuition in installments. Contact the financial aid office to verify this and discuss options.

American River Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some schools offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

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