Farmingdale State College
SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale
Farmingdale, New York 11735-1021
Campus Vibe
Strong graduate outcomes — known for business
Farmingdale State College is a public institution in Farmingdale with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1104, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 9.1K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
57% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $69,781 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $9,173.
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News & Alerts
Farmingdale State College Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1104
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Financial Aid
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
76.9%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$11,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
64
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Academics
Programs (61)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
81%
- •81% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
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Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History The State University of New York at Farmingdale, established in 1912, originally began as the "New York State School of Agriculture on Long Island".
- •The proposal for the college's founding was put forth by State Assemblyman John Lupton in 1909.
- •Two of the oldest buildings on campus are Hicks Hall and Cutler Hall, which were constructed in 1914 and were originally called the Horticulture and Agronomy Buildings, respectively.
- •The buildings house four oil on canvas murals, painted in 1936 by local artists Frederick Marshall and C.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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