School Highlights
American Institute-Clifton serves 699 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 65%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Acceptance Rate: 41%
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
American Institute-Clifton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Debt For Students
School Overview
American Institute-Clifton
(NJ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
n/a
445 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of American Institute-Clifton has grown by 57% over five years.
The American Institute-Clifton diversity score of 0.48 is less than the state average of 0.77. The school's diversity has declined by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
699 students
2,085 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
19:1
# Full-Time Students
699 students
766 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,319 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
334 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
699 students
766 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
50 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,213 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
20 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
16%
8%
% Hispanic
n/a
26%
% Black
70%
15%
% White
2%
35%
% Hawaiian
9%
1%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
10%
Diversity Score
0.48
0.77
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
47%
40%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
44%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,300
$36,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,108
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,088
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
41%
89%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of American Institute-Clifton?
The acceptance rate of American Institute-Clifton is 41%, which is lower than the state average of 89%.
What is American Institute-Clifton's ranking?
American Institute-Clifton ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Jersey for: Average community college minority breakdown, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Least debt for graduating students.
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