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Farmingdale State College

2350 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale, NY 11735

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Farmingdale State College School Description

Farmingdale State is a coeducational, public college dedicated to educating students in the areas of business, applied arts and sciences, health sciences and technology. Farmingdale students enjoy small, personalized classes with dedicated faculty members who can provide the individual attention that is our trademark. Founded in 1912, Farmingdale State was Long Island’s first public university and we have over 78,000 graduates. A 4-year college with 33 degree programs, each is supported by a strong liberal arts foundation and designed to prepare students for successful careers in many of today’s high demand concentrations. Our technology-enhanced classrooms provide unique learning experiences, while our athletics program offers a welcome distraction from the classroom. Making friends and building personal relationships are integral parts of life here at Farmingdale.

Farmingdale State College is the only public college on Long Island to offer a comprehensive base of programs in the Applied Sciences and Technology. The College prepares students to be real-life problem solvers in traditional as well as emerging fields so that, upon graduation, their contributions to the economic vitality of the region, state, and nation are demonstrated. The educational experience at the College is centered on building a foundation of knowledge along with an appreciation of culture, ethics, esthetics, and diversity that empowers the graduate for continuous intellectual and personal development throughout life. The dedicated faculty and staff create a supportive environment in which teaching and learning take place through research and service.

Our students enjoy small, personalized classes with exceptional faculty members who provide individual attention. We prepare students for successful futures by providing real life applications of knowledge, critical thinking, and a sound liberal arts education to help them pursue rewarding and successful careers. By any appraisal, Farmingdale State College is a place where knowledge is a path to achievement, and where education is a tool for discovery.

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Farmingdale State College

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Farmingdale State College is a coeducational, public college with over 6,400 students pursuing degrees in one of 31 programs in the areas of business, applied arts and sciences, health sciences and engineering technologies. Students enjoy small, personalized classes with dedicated faculty and staff members including 86 Chancellor’s Award winners; twelve of whom are Distinguished Teaching/Service Professors. Strategic partnerships with many Long Island companies result in active recruitment of our students for internships and full-time careers. Farmingdale offers a comprehensive athletic program, consisting of 16 men’s and women’s teams, and is an active member of the NCAA Division III.

The State University of New York at Farmingdale, also called Farmingdale State College, is the former Agricultural and Technical Institute at Farmingdale. This college is located on Long Island in East Farmingdale, New York, with a small section in Old Bethpage. The college dates from 1912 as a school of applied agriculture. Now Farmingdale offers mostly bachelor degrees and some associate degrees in many fields.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Northeast
Setting:
Large Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
6,461
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
96%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 11,600
Students Receiving Aid:
66%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 40
Selectivity:
Selective
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Farmingdale State College Degree Programs

Associate Degree Programs

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Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Certificate Programs

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Farmingdale State College Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 96%
Part-Time 4%
Men vs. Women
Men 59%
Women 41%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 56%
Other 21%
African-American 10%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 4%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 98%
Out-of-State 2%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
New York 98%
Texas 0%
New Jersey 0%
Massachusetts 0%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 10%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Basketball (Skyline Conference)
Baseball (Skyline Conference)
Track (Skyline Conference)

Farmingdale State College Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 5,340 $ 11,600  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 4,350 $ 10,610  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 990 $ 990  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 3,974 29%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 2,400 54%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 769 3%  
Student Loans:
 $ 4,425 40%  
Any Aid:
   66%  

Farmingdale State College Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 61% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 88%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 427, Math: 448
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 533, Math: 545

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 40.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Not Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Recommended
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

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Cavani
Cavani

Question: What does it mean to be put on a waiting list?

I Applied to farmingdale state college in november '08, and recently i recieved a letter saying that i was put on a waiting list. What does that mean? Am i rejected or should i submit more material?-it does say its waiting for my senior grades but i really dont understand. Is this good or bad?
13 months ago
Lauren R
Lauren R

Best Answer

It's not good or bad. It means that they weren't sure whether to accept you or not, so you are "wait listed." They are waiting to see how you do this semester. If you get really good grades, they will most likely accept you. If your grades go down, you will probably be rejected. They also have to wait and see how many of the students they accepted actually decide to attend. If they still have some spots open, you will get a letter saying you are accepted. When you are wait listed, it can go either way. You have a 50/50 chance. I think you should apply to some other schools and see what happens. Good luck!
Lil' One
Lil' One

Question: hunter college or farmingdale state college???

if you were accepted into both schools for nursing, which school would you choose and why???
21 months ago
sabineenp
sabin...

Best Answer

Well it depends on what enviornment you are seeking.... both schools are commuter schools and offer dorming although not many people do dorm. Although Hunter is in NYC busy , public transportation kind of expensive, Farmingdale is is Long Island meaning you would need a car , quiet in some areas and slow.... Although Farmingdale has a faster nursing program and you dont need a year of undergrad study... The choice is yours in the end
ninertwo
ninertwo

Question: Could a Pilot please help me?

I am switching to an aviation program at a state college. The school offers ratings as well as a Bachelors in Aviation as a Pro Pilot. I need to know if this program has all the ratings and qualifications as other flight schools. Please give me any advice and your opinion on this program. Thank you very much!!!!!!!!! http://info.lu.farmingdale.edu/%7Eavcenter/new_page_1.htm
27 months ago
wcowell2000
wcowe...

Best Answer

Save yourself allot of money. Do your flight training outside of school. It is usually much cheaper that way. Get a degree in business or something useful. An aviation degree will not give you a leg up with the airlines. I have been a pilot for 19 years and ran a flight school for 8 of those. Trust me on this one. Lastly, be careful of wanting a professional aviation career. It can be a miserable job. Well I love to fly, doing as a job can be a real grind physically and emotionally. Bad food, sleeping in FBOs, long shifts with few breaks, etc... If you really love to fly, get your license and get into a profession where you can afford to buy or rent an airplane anytime you want to. Become an engineer or a doctor.

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