Clinton Community College
About Clinton Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Clinton Community College teaches in Plattsburgh, on Lake Champlain near the Canadian border. Nursing and information science are among its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Plattsburgh, New York
Students
400
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.4%
Below national average
Tuition
$6,831
Per year
Avg Net Price
$9,112
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,246
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
37.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
51.7%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
52.6%
$/Student
$5.5K
Class Size
Large
The 37.4% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,831
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,442
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,318
After Financial Aid
$9,112
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,778
Receive Grants
23.2%
Take Loans
13.3%
Tuition is $6,831/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,112.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Clinton Community College fund their education.
While in School
23.2%
Get Grants
Free money
13.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$28,685
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$140/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,250, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Clinton Community College.
Gender
55%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
400
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.2%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
14.8%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 45% of the student body. 46.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
400
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Clinton Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 38 student athletes, about 10% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
38
10% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
95% / 5%
36
Men
2
Women
3
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Clinton Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,246
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Information Science/Studies
—
10 grads
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
—
7 grads
Human Services, General
—
5 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$28K
4 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.