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Farmingdale State College

2350 Broadhollow Road
Farmingdale, NY 11735

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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 18,644 students (43% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.

Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 62%.

Quick Stats (2025)

Enrollment: 18,644 students
In-state tuition: $7,483
Out-state tuition: $17,133
Acceptance Rate: 73%
Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
Minority enrollment: 58%
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 Colleges: Diverse Fields

Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's

Institution Level

Four or more years

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Public

Private not-for-profit

Total Faculty

1,046 staff

159 staff

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Student Body

The student population of Farmingdale State College has grown by 86% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.

The Farmingdale State College diversity score of 0.73 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 9% over five years.

Total Enrollment

18,644 students

1,129 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

18:1

13:1

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# Full-Time Students

8,049 students

528 students

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# Part-Time Students

10,595 students

601 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

185 students

357 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

8,035 students

519 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

14 students

44 students

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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

10,554 students

850 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

41 students

New York All Part Time Graduation Breakdown

Total Dormitory Capacity

617 students

382 students

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% American Indian/Alaskan

n/a

% Asian

11%

% Hispanic

27%

23%

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% Black

10%

18%

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% White

42%

38%

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% Hawaiian

n/a

% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

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% Unknown races

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0.73

0.76

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

n/a

0.3333%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

0.5417%

0.3957%

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 $5,902. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $17,133 is more than the state average of $10,404. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$7,483

$5,902

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Out-State Tuition Fees

$17,133

$10,404

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

73%

88%

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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

73%

74%

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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.

ACT Composite

ACT English

n/a

ACT Math

n/a

Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

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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 73%, which is lower than the state average of 74%.

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.

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Quick Stats (2025)

Enrollment: 18,644 students
In-state tuition: $7,483
Out-state tuition: $17,133
Acceptance Rate: 73%
Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
Minority enrollment: 58%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

Suffolk County, NY community colleges have a of 0.66, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. 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.