Clinton Community College
- Clinton Community College, a member unit of the State University of New York, is situated at Bluff Point, approximately 4 miles south of Plattsburgh, on forested heights overlooking Lake Champlain.Clinton Community College (CCC) plays a unique role in the local community and within the state by offering traditional and nontraditional students access to a variety of educational programs taught by a highly dedicated faculty. Students attending CCC have the option of living at home, or they may choose to register for campus housing. Many CCC students attend for two years, earn a degree or certificate, then transfer to a four-year university. Other students graduate and enter directly into the workforce or attend CCC for a short period of time to meet a specific educational need. In the fall of 2015, Clinton Community College enrolled approximately 2,400 full-time and part-time students. While the college features the modern equipment and facilities necessary for contemporary educational needs, its distinctive architecture and spectacular natural setting hint at significant times of the past. In fact, the Bluff Point locale has been the scene of some of the most important events in the founding of the American Republic and its tradition. It is fitting that an area so magnificently beautiful and so much a part of the early development of the United States is maintained for public use and enjoyment. Bluff Point belongs to the citizens of Clinton County who now share the breathtaking scenery and sense of history, which had once been reserved for only a few.
School Highlights
- Clinton Community College serves 1,868 students (49% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is lower than the state community college average of 28:1.
- Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 51%.
- Clinton Community College is the only community colleges within Clinton County, NY.
- The nearest community college to Clinton Community College is Champlain College (17.0 miles away).
Top Placements
Clinton Community College places among the top 20% of community colleges in New York for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Average community college minority breakdown
School Overview
- The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Clinton Community College | (NY) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 73 staff | 81 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 1,868 students | 1,701 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 26:1 | 28:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 911 students | 1,163 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 957 students | 538 students |
| Total Dormitory Capacity | 262 | 451 |
| % Asian | - | 6% |
| % Hispanic | - | 19% |
| % Black | - | 17% |
| % White | - | 49% |
| % Two or more races | - | 1% |
| % Non Resident races | - | 4% |
| Diversity Score | 1.00 | 0.69 |
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| College Completion Rate | 29% | 27% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $34,600 | $35,200 |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 3 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Soccer, SoftballBasketball, Soccer, Softball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 1 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: http://www.clinton.edu/FSA/StudentActivities.cxml |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Clinton Community College, a SUNY institution dedicated to accessible, quality educational experiences. The College will offer and continue to develop university parallel programs, terminal associate degree pro-grams and other appropriate career programs. The College is also committed to offering a wide range of courses, workshops and seminars appropriate for job skills development, leisure time activities and healthful living, as well as providing opportunities for community enrichment. The college offers degrees & programs in Business & Technology, Math/Science, Nursing & Allied Health and Liberal Arts: Humanities and Social Science. Our campus is known for its historic surroundings and panoramic views of Lake Champlain, Vermont's Green Mountains, and New York's Adirondack Mountains. We provide a full-range collegiate experience with residence halls, student clubs, athletics, and a student centered learning environment. We have an outstanding faculty and staff dedicated to student success. While the college features the modern equipment and facilities necessary for contemporary educational needs, its distinctive architecture and spectacular natural setting hint at significant times of the past.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Clinton Community College is Champlain College (17.0 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Champlain CollegePrivate, non-profit3,585 students | 17.00 Mi246 S. Willard St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802)860-2700 17.003,585 - 1,882 students | 40.30 Mi23 Santanoni Avenue; PO Box 89
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(888)879-6222 40.301,882 - 892 students | 42.30 MiState Routes 30 and 86
Paul Smiths, NY 12970
(518)327-6014 42.30892 - 5,844 students | 50.00 Mi1 Abenaki Way
Winooski, VT 05404
(802)828-2800 50.005,844 - Woodbury CollegePrivate, non-profit132 students | 50.00 Mi660 Elm St
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802)229-0516 50.00132
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