Farmingdale State College

6/10 Overall Rating
4 Year
Farmingdale, NY
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#21 Best Public Universities in New York

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Overview

Total enrollment

10,039

Location Farmingdale, New York
Website farmingdale.edu
Type Public 4 Year
Setting Large Suburban

Best Colleges Rank

#453

Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad

Farmingdale State College, located on Long Island approximately 40 miles east of New York City, operates as a public technology college in the State University of New York (SUNY) system. The 380-acre suburban campus, originally established in 1912 as an agricultural institute, has evolved into a comprehensive college offering primarily bachelor's degrees with a focus on applied sciences and technology. The institution maintains strong programs in engineering technology, business management, and professional aviation, with its aeronautical program being one of the oldest in the country. Traditional residence halls house students on the main campus, which includes modern academic facilities and the Nold Athletic Complex where the Farmingdale Rams compete in NCAA Division III athletics.

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Ratings

SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale is rated within the top 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10.

Overall Rating

6 out of 10
Academics

7 out of 10
Resources

5 out of 10
Outcomes

7 out of 10
Value

7 out of 10

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Rankings

Rankings for Farmingdale State College within the 2027 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

Average

SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1040/1240
ACT (enrolled mid-50) 20/28
GPA 3.26

Acceptance Rate

63.3%

Applications Due May 1, 2027
Enrollment Rate 26.8%
Application Fee $50

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Annual Cost to Attend

New York Resident Tuition

$8,626

Out of State Resident Tuition

$18,536

Breakdown

Tuition $8,626
Books and Supplies $1,300
Other Fees $1,556
Room and Board $14,926
Budget for Other Expenses $2,000
Total One Year Cost $28,408

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$53,500 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

40% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Farmingdale State College are Business, Liberal Arts and Humanities, and Health Professions. 27% of students major in Business, 18% in Liberal Arts and Humanities, and 14% in Health Professions.