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North Country Community College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

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Average GPA3.23
Acceptance Rate85.3%

North Country is accessible for admission, so the more important question is whether you are set up to persist once you arrive. With an 85% acceptance rate and a 51% freshman retention rate, focus on choosing the right program, understanding your costs, and submitting SAT or ACT scores only if they strengthen your academic profile.

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North Country Community College facts and stats

Quick Facts

North Country Community College enrolls 1,658 undergraduates in a small-town setting. North Country has a 51% freshman retention rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 12:1.

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Location

Saranac Lake, NY

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Key North Country Community College application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Offered

Priority Deadline

Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

May 30

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit scores to test-optional North Country, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year for retakes and possible superscoring. Because North Country offers Early Decision, treat October as your last retake unless the application confirms later scores will be accepted.

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What you'll actually pay

North Country’s in-state tuition is $5,400, while out-of-state tuition is $8,088. About 59% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $3,700. Submit the FAFSA by the May 30 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.

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As a public college, North Country lists out-of-state tuition at $8,088, while in-state tuition is $5,400; room and board adds $11,336. About 59% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $6,500. Merit awards average $3,700 for students who qualify. Students graduate with an average debt of $3,800.

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Student life at North Country Community College

Activities and Organizations
Student newspaper
Drama and theater
Housing

7% of undergrads live on campus

Freshman housing: No guarantee

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Greek life

No fraternity or sorority life on campus.

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