Farmingdale State College

2350 Broadhollow Road
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Farmingdale State College plays a critical role not just in teaching its students, but in shaping them. At Farmingdale, you will enjoy small, personalized classes that prepare you for a successful career through the use of real-world technologies and critical thinking. Whether it's working alongside award-winning faculty in a research laboratory or experiencing a hands-on internship, Farmingdale is a place where knowledge is a path to achievement and discovery. The College prepares students to be real-life problem solvers in traditional as well as emerging fields so that, upon graduation, their contributions to the economic vitality of the region, state, and nation are demonstrated. The educational experience at the College is centered on building a foundation of knowledge along with an appreciation of culture, ethics, aesthetics, and diversity that empowers the graduate for continuous intellectual and personal development throughout life. The dedicated faculty and staff create a supportive environment in which teaching and learning take place through research and service.

School Highlights

Farmingdale State College serves 10,018 students (79% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is same as the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 57%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 10,018 students
  • In-state tuition: $7,483
  • Out-state tuition: $17,133
  • Acceptance Rate: 60%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 45%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Farmingdale State College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 1,046 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Farmingdale State College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
1,046 staff
158 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Farmingdale State College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Farmingdale State College diversity score of 0.63 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has declined by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,018 students
1,460 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
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# Full-Time Students
7,887 students
869 students
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# Part-Time Students
2,131 students
591 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
894 students
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
7,860 students
869 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
27 students
25 students
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NY All Graduation Breakdown
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,088 students
586 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
43 students
42 students
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NY All Part Time Graduation Breakdown
Total Dormitory Capacity
617 students
408 students
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% Asian
9%
8%
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% Hispanic
23%
23%
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% Black
9%
17%
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% White
55%
43%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
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% Two or more races
2%
2%
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% Non Resident races
2%
4%
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% Unknown races
n/a
3%
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Diversity Score
0.63
0.72
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
30%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
7.37%
1.55%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$52,100
$35,200
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $7,483 is more than the state average of $5,826. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $17,133 is more than the state average of $10,328. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,483
$5,826
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$17,133
$10,328
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
74%
93%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$14,889
$13,841
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,500
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
60%
72%
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SAT Total Avg.
1,510
1,465
SAT Reading
495
475
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SAT Math
525
505
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SAT Writing
490
485
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ACT Total Avg.
20
20
ACT Composite
20
20
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ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Farmingdale State College cost?
Farmingdale State College's tuition is approximately $7,483 for In-State students and $17,133 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Farmingdale State College?
The acceptance rate of Farmingdale State College is 60%, which is lower than the state average of 72%.
What is Farmingdale State College's ranking?
Farmingdale State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Largest student body and Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 10,018 students
  • In-state tuition: $7,483
  • Out-state tuition: $17,133
  • Acceptance Rate: 60%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 45%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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