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 9,348 students (79% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the state average of 97%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 9,348 students
In-state tuition: $7,483
Out-state tuition: $17,133
Acceptance Rate: 73%
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 97%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Farmingdale State College has declined by 6% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The Farmingdale State College diversity score of 0.66 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,348 students
791 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
7,341 students
469 students
# Part-Time Students
2,007 students
322 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
894 students
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
7,321 students
469 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
20 students
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,963 students
333 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
44 students
44 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
617 students
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
10%
8%
% Asian
10%
18%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
23%
23%
% White
3%
3%
% Hawaiian
52%
40%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
2%
2%
Diversity Score
0.66
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.375%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.5346%
0.3889%
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 $5,370. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $17,133 is more than the state average of $10,073. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,483
$5,370
Out-State Tuition Fees
$17,133
$10,073
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,889
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
73%
74%
SAT Total Avg.
1,510
1,465
SAT Reading
495
475
SAT Math
525
505
SAT Writing
490
485
ACT Total Avg.
20
20
ACT Composite
20
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 9,348 students
In-state tuition: $7,483
Out-state tuition: $17,133
Acceptance Rate: 73%
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 97%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For New York public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,370 per year for in-state students and $10,073 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,501 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
