SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale Admission Requirements

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SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale Admission Overview

SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale admitted 63.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.26 GPA (B+) and SAT 1040-1240 / ACT 20-28. SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

63.3%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Farmingdale State College

Acceptance Rate

The SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale acceptance rate is 63.3%. Last year, 6,802 of 10,748 applicants were admitted. That is the 55th lowest acceptance rate in New York.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale and can you get accepted?

SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Farmingdale State College typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.26. 27% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.26

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.26

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale typically have around a 3.26 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #80 in New York for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Farmingdale State College freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 10.28% Good
3.75 to 3.99 8.79% Good
3.50 to 3.74 18.06% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 13.27% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 21.06% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 24.8% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 3.55% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.19% Reach
less than 1.00 0% Reach

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1040-1240

Freshmen who sent SAT

19%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 520
  • Math 520
  • Composite 1040
SAT 25th percentile scores for Farmingdale State College

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 620
  • Math 620
  • Composite 1240
SAT 75th percentile scores for Farmingdale State College

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale typically score around a 1140 SAT (middle 50% 1040–1240) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 66th percentile nationally. SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale ranks #79 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1040 to 1240

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1140 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Farmingdale State College
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1240+ Above 75th >76%
1140 to 1240 Avg + 63%-76%
1040 to 1140 Avg - 47%-63%
Below 1040 Below mid-50 <47%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

20-28

Freshmen reporting ACT

2%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite 20
ACT 25th percentile scores for Farmingdale State College

75th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite 28
ACT 75th percentile scores for Farmingdale State College

Average ACT

Incoming testers at SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale typically have around a 24 ACT (mid-50 20–28) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 73rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale places #69 among colleges in New York for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 20 to 28

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 24.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Farmingdale State College
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
28+ Above 75th >76%
24 to 28 Avg + 63%-76%
20 to 24 Avg - 47%-63%
Below 20 Below mid-50 <47%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

Open the SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale chances calculator

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Farmingdale State College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 5,183 5,560 10,748
Accepted 3,084 3,714 6,802
Acceptance Rate 60% 67% 63%
Enrolled 729 1,093 1,822
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 24% 29% 27%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Farmingdale State College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Farmingdale State College application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

May 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

243

Applicants have 243 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on May 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Farmingdale State College is $50.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Farmingdale State College
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 63.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.26 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1040-1240); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196042.

GPA calculator: Farmingdale State College GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026