Clinton Community College

Overview

Clinton Community College, based in Plattsburgh, New York, is a public institution that offers a range of associate degrees and certificates across various fields of study. Established in 1966, the college provides an intimate setting with a campus overlooking Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains, offering a serene environment conducive to learning. Academically, it is less selective, with an admissions process focused on accessibility to higher education. Clinton Community College is noted for programs in nursing, business, technology, and liberal arts. Student housing is not provided on campus, encouraging a commuter or off-campus residential experience. The college operates primarily as a non-residential campus and does not have a significant emphasis on athletics, focusing instead on academic and vocational training. Located near the Canadian border, the college also serves as an accessible postsecondary option for students in the northern New York region.

Clinton Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  306 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 688 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $5,518 plus fees of $1,313.