Public Institution Farmingdale, NY
Farmingdale State College
Four-year college
Farmingdale State College is a public mid-size four-year college in Farmingdale, NY, focused on bachelor’s-level study, a Hispanic-serving institution with a suburban campus setting, with about 9,552 undergraduates, an acceptance rate of about 63.3%, typical net price of $10,867 after grants, first-year retention of 81.6%, about 52.8% of students graduating within six years, and median earnings of $55,901 six years after enrollment.
Grade for Farmingdale State College
Letter grades from Best Universities methodology. Overall grade blends the categories below for schools in that ranking cohort.
Overall grade
B-
Best Universities compares this school with national benchmarks for similar institutions.
$10,867Average net price
52.8%Graduation rate
$55,901Median earnings, 6 years after entry
36.2%Pell Grant recipient share
Key facts for Farmingdale State College
Key rankings for Farmingdale State College
Where Farmingdale State College ranks among four-year colleges nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#216 of 1,811
Net Price
#342 of 1,816
Earnings
#619 of 1,808
Retention
#992 of 1,850
Graduation
#149 of 1,767
Debt
What stands out at Farmingdale State College
Farmingdale State College in Farmingdale, NY is a four-year college where bachelor’s-level study is the main focus.
- Large suburb
- 9,552 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid is lower than or close to the national median for similar schools, while six-year earnings meet or beat that median. On these two measures the pattern is comparatively favorable.
First-year retention is closer to the national average for similar schools than graduation is to the national median—a pattern that can reflect transfers, stop-outs, or uneven progress to a credential.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at Farmingdale State College
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Annual figures on one dollar scale, so bar lengths are comparable within this chart. Total cost of attendance covers tuition, fees, and living costs. Listed tuition is the price before aid; average net price is what students paid after grants and scholarships.
In-state tuition is below the national median of $19,284 for similar four-year colleges, while out-of-state tuition is below the national median of $26,816.
Average net price by family income for full-time, first-time undergraduates.
How Farmingdale State College compares
Figures are for four-year colleges. State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Mid East (region 2).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (NY) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $10,867Below national median | $19,133 | $21,346 | $19,923 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $55,901Above national median | $48,438 | $49,117 | $45,225 |
| Retention | 81.6%Above national median | 82.9% | 79.4% | 74.9% |
| Graduation | 52.8%Below national median | 58.8% | 58.4% | 54.4% |
| Acceptance rate | 63.3%Below national median | 69.9% | 76.7% | 77.0% |
| Pell share | 36.2%Above national median | 35.6% | 33.4% | 33.9% |
| Median debt | $14,718Below national median | $22,383 | $24,872 | $23,250 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for Farmingdale State College
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about Farmingdale State College
Common questions about Farmingdale State College, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is Farmingdale State College located?
Farmingdale State College is located in Farmingdale, NY. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is Farmingdale State College?
Farmingdale State College is a public four-year college. Best Universities compares it with similar four-year institutions for ranking and benchmark purposes.
How much does it cost to attend Farmingdale State College (tuition and net price)?
Listed sticker tuition is $8,626 for in-state students and $18,536 for out-of-state students. Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $10,867. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Farmingdale State College's acceptance rate?
The overall undergraduate acceptance rate is about 63.3% for the year shown. Selectivity can vary by program or campus; check admissions for the path you care about.
How large is Farmingdale State College's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 9,552. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Farmingdale State College?
Median earnings six years after entry at Farmingdale State College are roughly $55,901. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. About 52.8% of students graduate on time or soon after. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Farmingdale State College?
Among similar schools nationwide, Farmingdale State College stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#216 of 1,811); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#342 of 1,816); First-year retention (#619 of 1,808); Graduation rate (#992 of 1,850); Median loan debt (#149 of 1,767). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about Farmingdale State College?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Farmingdale State College’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
All figures for Farmingdale State College Expand to view
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Farmingdale State College |
| Official website | www.farmingdale.edu/ |
| City, state | Farmingdale, NY |
| School type | Four-year college |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 9,552 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | $8,626 |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | $18,536 |
| Listed tuition (generic) | $8,626 |
| Total cost of attendance | $18,966 |
| Room and board (on campus) | $14,926 |
| Average net price | $10,867 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $55,901 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $63,080 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $69,781 |
| Median loan debt | $14,718 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 81.6% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | 52.8% |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | Not reported |
| Acceptance rate | 63.3% |
| SAT average | 1,147 |
| ACT average | 24 |
| Pell Grant share | 36.2% |
| Share with federal loans | 22.9% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 17.0% |
| Campus setting | Large suburb |
| Student–faculty ratio | 18 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $9,379 |
| Full-time faculty share | 35.7% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | 555 |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | 545 |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 40.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 59.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 11.3% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 30.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 37.7% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 13.2% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 3.8% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 3.0% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $4,933 |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $6,985 |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $11,834 |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $14,893 |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $17,919 |
Sources for Farmingdale State College
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.