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North Country Community College

Saranac Lake, NY · Public · Associate's degrees · Town

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About North Country Community College

North Country Community College is a public community college in Saranac Lake, New York. It is part of the State University of New York system. Founded in 1967, the college's main campus is located in Saranac Lake, New York, and it has additional locations in Malone and Ticonderoga. It is sponsored by Franklin and Essex counties. In fall 2025, the college enrolled 824 students in associate degree programs, 92 students in certificate programs, and 898 students not enrolled in a specific program.

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Open

Acceptance

$11,868

Net price

819

Enrollment

29%

Grad rate

Report Card

C-

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

A

Affordability

Average net price after aid

N/A

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

C-

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

Open admissions

Acceptance rate

SAT average

ACT midpoint

This school has an open-admissions policy — most applicants are admitted.

Cost & Financial Aid

$11,868

Average net price

$6,682

In-state tuition

$9,370

Out-of-state tuition

$8,796

Room & board

$2,400

Books & supplies

$18,051

Total cost of attendance

39%

Students receiving Pell grants

20%

Students with federal loans

$12,000

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$8,329
$30–48K
$13,216
$48–75K
$14,387
$75–110K
$16,668
$110K+
$16,928

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

Popular Majors

After Graduation

$38,276

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$38,937

Median earnings (6 yrs)

29%

Graduation rate

51%

Retention rate

66%

Earn more than a HS grad

$5,235

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

819

Total enrollment

22%

Part-time

24

Avg. age at entry

47%

First-generation

Gender balance

64% women
36% men

Race & ethnicity

White
73%
Black
6%
American Indian / Alaska Native
3%
Hispanic
1%
Two or more races
0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%

North Country Community College FAQ

Is North Country Community College a public or private school?

North Country Community College is a public institution located in Saranac Lake, NY.

What is the acceptance rate at North Country Community College?

North Country Community College has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.

How much does North Country Community College cost?

The average annual net price at North Country Community College is $11,868 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $6,682 in-state and $9,370 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at North Country Community College?

About 29% of students at North Country Community College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do North Country Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, North Country Community College students earn a median of $38,276 per year.

How many students attend North Country Community College?

North Country Community College enrolls about 819 students.

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