Five Towns College
Dix Hills, New York 11746-5871
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for business — close-knit campus
Five Towns College is a private institution in Dix Hills with particular strength in business and computer science.
A small campus of 533 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
49% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $35,887 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,799.
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Admissions
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
48.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
7.9%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,750
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
3
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
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 (19)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
75%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Rankings
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Founded in 1972, Five Towns College holds an Absolute Charter issued by the New York State Board of Regents.
- •Its first campus was in Merrick, New York (1973–1982).
- •Its second campus was in Seaford, New York (1982–1992).
- •The college acquired its permanent home in Dix Hills in 1992 and relocated there for the fall 1992 semester.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NY state average + suburban adjustment