Farmingdale State College

2350 Broadhollow Road
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Top-Ranked (2026): 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 10,039 students (80% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 63%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 10,039 students
  • In-state tuition: $7,483
  • Out-state tuition: $17,133
  • Acceptance Rate: 63%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 66%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 491 teachers has declined by 53% over five years.
Farmingdale State College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
4
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
491 staff
43 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
9
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Farmingdale State College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Farmingdale State College diversity score of 0.77 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 22% over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,039 students
953 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
7,991 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
2,048 students
425 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
944 students
411 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
7,987 students
511 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
4 students
37 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,020 students
461 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
28 students
24 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
617 students
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
9%
8%
% Hispanic
19%
23%
% Black
8%
19%
% White
34%
37%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
25%
7%
Diversity Score
0.77
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
54%
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$52,100
$35,200

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $7,483 is more than the state average of $5,715. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $17,133 is more than the state average of $10,262. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,483
$5,715
Out-State Tuition Fees
$17,133
$10,262
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
76%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,889
$13,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
63%
78%
SAT Total Avg.
1,510
1,469
SAT Reading
495
475
SAT Math
525
507
SAT Writing
490
487
ACT Total Avg.
20
21
ACT Composite
20
21
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
22
Source: 2025 (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 63%, which is lower than the state average of 78%.
What is Farmingdale State College's ranking?
Farmingdale State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 10,039 students
  • In-state tuition: $7,483
  • Out-state tuition: $17,133
  • Acceptance Rate: 63%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 66%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Suffolk County, NY community colleges have a diversity score of 0.74, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Suffolk County, NY is Island Drafting and Technical Institute. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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