Science, Technology & Society at Farmingdale State College
If you are interested in studying Science, Technology & Society, consider the program at Farmingdale State College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Farmingdale State College is in Farmingdale, NY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 196 science, technology & society degrees were awarded at Farmingdale State College.
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Studying Online at Farmingdale State College
Online coursework is an option at Farmingdale State College. Among 10,039 students, 467 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,007 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Science, Technology & Society Rankings at Farmingdale State College
Use these rankings to compare Farmingdale State College’s Science, Technology & Society program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | New York | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #3 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #16 of 17 |
Earnings for Science, Technology & Society Graduates from Farmingdale State College
Students who complete Farmingdale State College’s Science, Technology & Society program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,561 |
| 2 years | $37,363 |
| 3 years | $43,097 |
| 4 years | $52,598 |
| 5 years | $56,211 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Science, Technology & Society graduates from Farmingdale State College report median earnings of $52,598, compared with $58,771 for all Farmingdale State College graduates — about 11% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Science, Technology & Society graduates from Farmingdale State College stands at $18,006.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Science, Technology & Society graduates at Farmingdale State College, by degree type.
Program-wide, Science, Technology & Society graduates at Farmingdale State College are 61% women (120) and 39% men (76).
Science, Technology & Society Bachelor’s Program at Farmingdale State College
Among the 196 bachelor’s science, technology & society graduates at Farmingdale State College, 61% were women (120) and 39% were men (76).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Science, Technology & Society bachelor’s degree recipients at Farmingdale State College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 82 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 57 |
| Black / African American | 24 |
| Asian | 23 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 56% of Science, Technology & Society bachelor’s degree recipients at Farmingdale State College, above the national average of 48%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Science, Technology & Society Concentrations at Farmingdale State College
The Science, Technology & Society program at Farmingdale State College includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Science, Technology & Society | 196 |
Top-Paying Careers for Science, Technology & Society Graduates
Students who finish Science, Technology & Society program at Farmingdale State College work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying careers for Science, Technology & Society graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $68,967 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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