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Incoming First-Year Students

Life is full of big decisions and this next chapter is your opportunity to explore and design your future. Discover yourself in college, create yourself here at FSC. 

We offer many opportunities to connect with us throughout the enrollment process. Schedule a 1:1 appointment, take a campus tour, attend an information session, or call/email our team members so we can guide you through this exciting process.

We are enthusiastic about leading you on your journey to Reimagine What's Possible!


Join us for our First-Year Student Admission Events

As your time in high school comes to a close and you start planning your road ahead, our admissions team can help you with everything you need, from exploring our academic programs to pointing you in the right direction for scholarships, financial aid, registration, and more. Attend one of our Informational Admissions Events to learn more about FSC.


Admissions Deadlines & Requirements

Where to Apply:

Please choose one of the application services listed below.

Applications open for the upcoming Spring and Fall semesters on August 1st.

Application Fee: $50.00


Deadlines:

Recommended Deadlines for Most Programs:

  • Fall: July 1

  • Spring: January 3

*Please note: Some programs, such as Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Aeronautical Science: Professional Pilot, Applied Psychology, and Medical Laboratory Science, have earlier application deadlines due to limited seating and high demand.

Official High School Transcript

Must be sent by your high school counselor through one of the following platforms:

AP Score Report 

Must be sent through CollegeBoard.

College Credits Earned In High School

Only if earned outside of FSC: please contact the Registrar’s Office at your college to request that your official transcript be sent directly to us.

*Additional documents may be required depending on your background. Please refer to our FAQ below for details.

  • Letter(s) of Recommendation
  • Mid-Year Transcript
  • SAT and/or ACT Scores
  • Resume
  • Misc. Documents

You may email these documents to processing@farmingdale.edu.

Alternatively, you can use our Document Drop Box to upload Word documents, PDFs, or image files. Log in using your FSC Ram Portal credentials, which you’ll receive by email after applying.

Checking Application Status

The personalized FSC Ram Portal will help you keep track of everything you need to complete your application and prepare it for review.

Access your FSC Ram Portal here.

  • After applying, please allow up to 7–10 business days to receive an email titled "Thank you for applying to Farmingdale State College" with your login credentials, including a temporary PIN and sign-in instructions.
  • Always log in using the email address you used to apply.
  • If you do not receive this email, click "Forgot Your Password?" on the portal login page and enter your email to request a new PIN.
  • For any issues signing in, please contact the Office of Admissions.

After Acceptance: Next Steps

After you’re accepted, your personalized FSC Ram Portal will guide you through the steps you need to complete. Not all steps apply to every student, and your portal will display only the tasks relevant to you.

Here are some common next steps you might see in your portal:

  • Submit your enrollment deposit
  • Complete the scholarship survey (available to qualified candidates)
  • Apply for financial aid
  • Register for orientation
  • Apply for on-campus housing
  • Meet with an academic advisor and register for classes
  • Submit immunization and meningitis records
  • Apply to the Honors Program (available to qualified candidates)

Be sure to regularly check your FSC Ram Portal for updates and deadlines specific to your enrollment process.


Admission Requirements by Major

Each major has their own specific admission requirements. Be sure to review the programs you are interested in to guide you through your admissions application process.

 

Last Modified 6/19/26