Admissions
Taking That First Step
Thank you for considering American River College (ARC) to pursue your educational and professional goals! Starting college can be an anxious experience for anyone – whether you are just graduating from high school, returning to college after a break, or coming to college for the first time later in life. Our faculty and staff are here to help you at every stage of your journey – from application to graduation!
Admissions Office and Records Resources
Admissions and Records Office
We provide assistance to complete the college application, verify California residency, register for classes, interpret policies pertaining to enrollment, send and receive college transcripts, maintain student admissions and records, and process petitions to graduate. Find Office Hours and more.
Admissions Forms and Petitions
Find petitions and forms related to admissions and records. Many petitions and forms are now available as online eForms.
Order Official Transcripts
Current and former students can order official transcripts and check their order status online. Students must submit a separate order for each Los Rios college they attended.
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Advisories
Learn about prerequisite courses, corequisite courses, advisory courses, and the challenge process.
Course Equivalency/Substitution Petition
Course Equivalency/Substitution Petitions will not be processed without a course description or course syllabus from the year you completed the course.
Residency Requirements
Students who are California residents pay in-state tuition of $46 per unit, whereas students who are non-residents pay out-of-state tuition of $395 per unit. Learn how to apply for reclassification of residency.
Submit Transcripts and Test Scores
Submit your transcripts and test scores from other institutions to satisfy prerequisites and if you plan to apply for financial aid, receive veterans educational benefits, or pursue a degree or certificate.
Enrollment Verification
Enrollment verification for child care, health insurance, or car insurance can be printed out via eServices or requested by fax or in person. All other requests can be processed by the National Student Clearinghouse.
