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 1,067 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 63%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 1,067 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,883
  • Out-state tuition: $9,783
  • Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
  • Minority enrollment: 29%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 75% over five years.
Clinton Community College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
28 staff
43 staff

Student Body

The student population of Clinton Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Clinton Community College diversity score of 0.47 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 37% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,067 students
953 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
317 students
528 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
750 students
425 students

Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,067 students
717 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
317 students
511 students

Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
750 students
495 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
254 students
382 students

Showing 2010–2023. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
n/a
% Asian
1%
8%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Hispanic
3%
23%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Black
5%
19%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% White
71%
37%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
15%
7%
Diversity Score
0.47
0.76

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
35%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,600
$35,300

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $4,883 is less than the state average of $5,849. The in-state tuition has declined by 27% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,783 is less than the state average of $10,299. The out-state tuition has grown by 44% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,883
$5,849
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,783
$10,299
Tuition Notes
Annual tuition rates
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
77%
89%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$13,500

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
BasketballSoccer
Softball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
http://www.clinton.edu/FSA/StudentActivities.cxml

Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Clinton Community College cost?
Clinton Community College's tuition is approximately $4,883 for In-State students and $9,783 for Out-State students.
What sports does Clinton Community College offer?
Clinton Community College offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Softball.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 1,067 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,883
  • Out-state tuition: $9,783
  • Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
  • Minority enrollment: 29%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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