Nursing

The Nursing Department at Farmingdale State College is nationally recognized for excellence and known for producing exceptional, practice-ready nurses.  Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing is our most competitive program, offering a limited number of seats to ensure a high-quality, focused learning experience.  For over 12 consecutive years, our graduates have achieved an outstanding 96 -100% NCLEX-RN pass rate, a testament to the strength of our curriculum and dedication of our faculty.

All of our nursing programs are fully accredited by the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), making Farmingdale State College a top destination for aspiring nurses.

Our mission is to advance nursing education within a student-centered environment, empowering graduates to become exemplary citizens, scholars, professionals, and leaders in an increasingly diverse and interdependent world.

Whether you're just beginning your nursing journey, transferring from another program, or seeking to advance your career, FSC offers pathways to help you achieve your goals.

Our state of the art nursing and simulation laboratories provide immersive, hands-on learning experiences.  Students develop essential clinical skills in realistic settings, preparing them to deliver holistic, person-centered care that supports optimal health and well-being for individuals and families   

Students also have the opportunity to join the prestigious Chi Gamma Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, connecting with a global network of nursing scholars and leaders.

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Accreditations 

CCNE Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Farmingdale State College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. All programs are registered and approved by the New York State Education Department Office of the Professions.

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Third-Party Comments

Farmingdale State College’s Master of Science in Nursing Administration program will host an on-site evaluation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) on November 9–11, 2026, as part of the program’s application for initial accreditation.

In accordance with CCNE accreditation procedures, program constituents and other interested parties are invited to submit written third-party comments regarding the program’s qualifications for accreditation.

Third-party comments must be written in English, signed, and received by CCNE no later than October 19, 2026, which is 21 days prior to the first day of the on-site evaluation.

Comments should be submitted directly to CCNE by email at: thirdpartycomments@ccneaccreditation.org 

Comments are submitted directly to CCNE and will be shared with the CCNE evaluation team prior to the on-site evaluation.

For additional information regarding CCNE’s third-party comment process, please visit CCNE Current Accreditation Reviews. 

 

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Systematic Evaluation Plan

View the Systemic Evaluation Plan PDF document.

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