What division is American River?

American River competes at the JUCO / Community College level in the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) - NorCal Conference (NCC).

What GPA do you need for American River?

The average GPA at American River is 2.8. This program has accessible academic requirements.

How big is American River?

American River has an enrollment of approximately 25,621 students in a suburban setting.

How do I get recruited to play at American River?

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American River

Sacramento, CAJUCOCalifornia Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) - NorCal Conference (NCC)

HSIVisit athletics site

JUCO / Community College

Division

25,621

Enrollment

2.8

Avg GPA

72%

Retention

What this means for recruiting: Accessible academics. Most recruits clear the 2.8+ GPA bar.

American River is a JUCO / Community College program in the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) - NorCal Conference (NCC), located in Sacramento, CA. We map football, basketball, and track & field at American River, with coaching staff, roster history, and Fit Score matching across 5 dimensions. HSI designated institution.

Academics

Avg GPA

2.8

Student:Faculty

29:1

Retention

72%

Campus & Location

Setting

Suburban

Climate

Moderate

Median Earnings

$34,072

Coaching Staff29 coaches across football, basketball, and track & field

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About American River Athletics

American River is a JUCO / Community College athletic program located in Sacramento, CA, competing in the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) - NorCal Conference (NCC). With an enrollment of 25,621 students, American River offers a large campus environment for student-athletes. We map football, basketball, and track & field at American River with coaching staff and roster history visible to signed-in athletes.

The average admissions GPA at American River is 2.8.

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