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Farmingdale State College

Farmingdale, New York Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3670
Nationally
#268
In New York
69%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$7,070
In-State Tuition
per year
59%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
9,508
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
43/100
Average
#3670 nationally
#268 in New York
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes59
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity18
πŸ“šAcademic Environment14
πŸ”¬Program Breadth75

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Farmingdale State College is a public four-year university located in Farmingdale, New York. With 9,508 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 69%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $7,070 per year ($16,980 out-of-state), below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 59%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate69%Near avg
National avg: 70%
9,455
Applied
6,535
Admitted
1,676
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading510 – 600
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math510 – 600
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)19 – 27
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$7,070/yr
In-State Fees$1,506/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$16,980/yr
Room & Board$15,846/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$24,422/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$34,332/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$7,070↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate59%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
9,508
Total Undergrads
41% F / 59% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 41%
Hispanic 29%
Black 11%
Asian 13%
Two or more 4%
International 2%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($7,070/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Room and board costs ($15,846/yr) add significantly to the total cost of attendance
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationFarmingdale, New York
SettingSuburb: Large
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#268
in New York out of 7+ colleges
#3670
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.