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 66%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- 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
21
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 less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
778 students
1,147 students
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
28:1
# Full-Time Students
487 students
577 students
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
291 students
570 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
778 students
1,012 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
487 students
503 students
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
291 students
570 students
% Asian
1%
7%
% Hispanic
65%
29%
% Black
22%
17%
% White
7%
34%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Unknown races
2%
8%
Diversity Score
0.52
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
48%
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,300
$37,100
Tuition & Financial Aid
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
83%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
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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