Visiting Students

Winter 2025 Applications are Now Open

A visiting, or non-matriculated student, is someone who has not been admitted into a degree program at FSC but is taking one or more courses at the College.

You should consider becoming a non-matriculated student if you want to:

• Earn college credits to transfer back to your home institution.
• Take courses required for admission into a specific program.
• Boost your GPA to become qualified for admission to FSC.
• Earn a microcredential

These are just some of the reasons why students attend FSC as visiting, non-matriculated students.

A Non-Matriculated Student Guide is available. If you have any questions about the non-matriculated application process, please feel free to email us.

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Non-Matriculated (Non-Degree) Application Checklist

Please Note: If you are currently taking classes or have taken courses within the last 12 months, DO NOT COMPLETE THIS APPLICATION. Visit the Registrar for more information.

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  	Check Course Availability - Before completing the Non-Matriculated application, check to see if the course(s) you wish to register for is being offered and if there are still seats available.  Check here! External link
  	Complete the Undergraduate Non-Matriculated Application
  	Pay Application Fee - Your Non-Matriculated Application will be processed once the $50.00 application fee has been paid. You can pay the application fee here External link.  The application takes 7-10 business days to process.
  	Register for Courses - On your FSC RAM Portal External link you will be able to register for courses and submit your immunization records. If a prerequisite is needed to register for a course, you can upload a copy of your unofficial college transcript(s) using the registration form.

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Undergraduate Non-Matriculated Application

In order to apply as a non-matriculated student, please complete the Undergraduate Non-Matriculated Application . 

• While social security numbers are not required, providing this information on your application will allow you to register the same day the application is submitted.
• If you haven't taken classes at Farmingdale for 1 academic year (5 years for graduates) we require that you complete the application and pay the application fee. Please note, that your application will NOT be processed until you pay the application fee.
• Applications will be processed in 7-10 business days. You will receive an email once it is completed. You will need to submit your immunization records before registering for classes for Fall and Spring semesters only.
• If the class(es) you are looking to register for require a prerequisite that was not taken at Farmingdale, please provide the Registrar's Office with a copy of your transcript satisfying the prerequisite in order to register. You can upload an unofficial copy on the registration form that you will receive after your application is processed or in person.

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Continuing Non-Matriculated Students

Continuing Non-Matriculated students who need advisement should schedule an appointment with the Academic Advisement and Information Center (AAIC). Please select Non-matriculated Student Advisement to schedule an appointment with Danielle Egelandsdal.

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Cross-Registered Students

If you are pursuing your degree at another SUNY school and wish to also take a course at Farmingdale State College, you should apply for cross-registration. For details on eligibility and access to the SUNY online cross-registration application, please review the Cross-Registration Agreement. 

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Graduate Non-Matriculated Students

If you have graduated with a Bachelor's Degree and wish to take graduate courses in Technology Management as a Non-Matriculated student, please complete the Graduate Non-Matriculated Application .

• Please note that your application will NOT be processed until your application fee is received.
• Applicants will receive an email with the directions on the next steps towards registration in 7-10 business days.

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Microcredentials

The following microcredentials are available to Non-Matriculated Students.  

• Advanced Speaking and Writing
• Financial Mathematics
• Sustainable Horticulture
• Wind Energy Technology
• Child Development Associate (CDA)
• Geothermal Accredited Installer
• Radio Frequency (RF) Technology
• Computational Mathematics
• Data Analytics
• Direct Support Professional: Level I and II
• NY State Coaching Certification
• Computer Aided Manufacturing
• Economic and Financial Analysis
• Hospitality Management
• Building Graphics and Statics
• Building Construction, MEP, and Energy Systems
• Pre-Construction Planning
• Construction Project Costing
• Computer Aided Design (CAD)
• Critically Thinking about Popular Media
• Global and Cultural Awareness
• Spanish Language and Cultural Competence

Discover all of the microcredentials offered by Farmingdale State College.

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Cross-Registered Students