School Highlights
American Institute-Clifton serves 778 students (63% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the state community college average of 28:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 65%.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Acceptance Rate: 41%
- Student-teacher ratio: 39:1
- Minority enrollment: 93%
- 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
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
American Institute-Clifton
(NJ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
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
20 staff
39 staff
Number of Programs Offered
6
12
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of American Institute-Clifton has grown by 51% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The American Institute-Clifton diversity score of 0.52 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
778 students
1,012 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
28:1
# Full-Time Students
487 students
577 students
# Part-Time Students
291 students
570 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
778 students
1,012 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
487 students
565 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
291 students
570 students
% Asian
1%
7%
% Hispanic
65%
28%
% Black
22%
17%
% White
7%
35%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Unknown races
2%
8%
Diversity Score
0.52
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
48%
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,300
$36,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
83%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,108
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,088
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
41%
89%
Source: 2025 (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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