American Institute-Clifton
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 86% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
American Institute-Clifton is a private for-profit institution located in CLIFTON, New Jersey with approximately 778 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $20,371 per year. The graduation rate is 56%, and the typical graduate earns $27,800 within 10 years of enrollment.
Students drawn to vocational or technical training in the Clifton, NJ area may find this small, career-focused school worth a look, but families should go in with eyes open. The relatively low median debt at graduation — $11,979 — is a genuine bright spot, meaning students who finish aren't leaving buried in loans. The concern, though, is the combination of a 56% graduation rate and median earnings of just $27,800 ten years out, which raises real questions about whether the credential is translating into meaningful career advancement for most graduates. Before applying, I'd strongly encourage your student to talk directly with alumni in their specific program and ask hard questions about job placement and employer recognition in your target field. If a four-year or community college path is at all accessible, it's worth comparing outcomes carefully — this school could work for the right student, but the data suggests it's not a sure bet.
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Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 1% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (778 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does American Institute-Clifton cost?
The average net price at American Institute-Clifton is about $20,371 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at American Institute-Clifton?
American Institute-Clifton has a graduation rate of 56%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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