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 93%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- 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)
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
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
439 staff
Student Body
The student population of American Institute-Clifton has grown by 60% over five years.
The American Institute-Clifton diversity score of 0.48 is less than the state average of 0.79. The school's diversity has declined by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
699 students
1,382 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
# Full-Time Students
699 students
567 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
815 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
545 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
699 students
567 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
586 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
9 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
20 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
4%
% Asian
16%
15%
% Hispanic
n/a
7%
% Black
70%
22%
% White
2%
7%
% Hawaiian
9%
34%
% Two or more races
1%
8%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.48
0.79
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4686%
0.4254%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4107%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,300
$36,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,108
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,088
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
41%
89%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Profile last updated:
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: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Least debt for graduating students.
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