North Country Community College

23 Santanoni Avenue, Saranac Lake, NY, 12983
Tel: (518)891-2915
Public | 2,288 students
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COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
  • North Country Community College serves 2,288 students (49% of students are full-time).
  • The school's student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the college average of 21:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body.
  • North Country Community College is the only community colleges within Franklin County, NY.
  • The nearest community college is ( miles away).

School Overview:
North Country Community College
Community College Avg.
Institution Level At least 2 but less than 4 years At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control Public Public
Instructional Staff Total
(research/public service staff included)		 71 staff 63 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment 2,288 students 1,418 students
Student / Staff Ratio 1:32 1:21
# Full-Time Students		 1,113 students 1,262 students
# Part-Time Students		 1,175 students 1,508 students
 
% American Indian/Alaskan		 3% 1%
% Asian		 - 2%
% Hawaiian		 - 1%
% Hispanic		 2% 6%
% Black		 3% 15%
% White		 92% 62%
% Two or more races		 - 2%
 
Finances and Admission
In-State Tuition Fees
(2010-11)		 $4,565 $4,485
 
Out-State Tuition Fees
(2010-11)		 $10,145 $8,679
 
Tuition 3650 per year
Tuition Notes In-State w/ Certific

School Notes:

  • The people of Essex and Franklin counties of New York founded North Country Community College in 1967. The College's mission is to provide the highest quality public, post secondary education to area residents, as well as those outside the region, who desire to live, learn and grow in a unique educational setting. The College is proud to be unofficially known as "The College of Essex & Franklin".
  • The main campus of North Country Community College, which houses the administrative offices of the institution, is located in Saranac Lake. The College also has two branch campuses: Malone, in Franklin County and Ticonderoga, in Essex County. Classes are also offered at a satellite campus in Moriah. This allows the College to better serve the students of these geographically diverse populations. NCCC has the largest service district of any New York State community college, responding to the educational needs of the people in a 3,500 square-mile area.
  • North Country maintains a strong reputation for progressive academic curriculum that is anchored in the liberal arts tradition. College programs are ideal for those students who plan on attaining a 2 or 4 year degree, as well as those seeking a career change. Degree programs are offered in Business Studies, Health Related Careers, Human Services and Liberal Arts & Sciences.
  • Sports Associations Memberships: National Athletic Association, National Junior College Athletic Association

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