Physical Sciences, General
Associate's degree · American River College · Sacramento, CA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$68,572Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
119Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Physical Sciences, General at American River College earn a median of $68,572. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $49,076 four years after graduating (middle half: $30,819–$72,812).
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Physical Sciences, General graduates from American River College make?
The median salary is $68,572 and $68,572 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.