North Country Community College

North Country Community College is a public two-year institution located in Saranac Lake, New York. The college enrolls 1,954 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 29.50 out of 100. Its completion rate is 25% (IPEDS 2023), with a retention rate of 51% (IPEDS 2023).

The college's program offerings concentrate on healthcare credentials. Programs include Medical Radiologic Technology/Science, Registered Nursing, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training. These programs prepare students for clinical roles in diagnostic imaging and nursing across multiple credential levels.

Saranac Lake is located in the Adirondack region of northern New York, a rural area with limited access to higher education options. North Country Community College fills a critical role in delivering healthcare workforce training to residents of the North Country region, supporting local hospitals and clinical facilities.