March 5, 2026
Farmingdale State College advances Long Island health via top nursing programs at Broad Hollow Biosciences Park. 98% NCLEX pass rate powers local wellness.
As Long Island hospitals like Northwell Health at Plainview on Old Country Road face nursing shortages, Farmingdale State College's Broad Hollow Biosciences Park expansion delivers a vital boost to health and wellness through biotechnology research and nursing education facilities. This growth at the college's 2350 Broadhollow Road campus in Farmingdale equips future nurses and biotech leaders for Nassau and Suffolk counties.
Farmingdale's Nursing Department, housed in the Theresa Santmann School of Health Sciences, boasts a 98% NCLEX pass rate in 2024 and 96-100% for over 12 years. All programs hold full accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), ranking the BS Nursing 8th best value in New York. State-of-the-art simulation labs on campus mimic real clinical settings at partners like 40+ Long Island hospitals and health centers, training students for hands-on care.
The Broad Hollow Biosciences Park ties into Farmingdale's biotech focus, supporting nursing education with advanced tech for health promotion and patient care. Partnerships like the RN NextStep with Suffolk County Community College create seamless paths from LPN to BSN, praised by FSC Nursing Chair Dr. Lori Goodstone and President Dr. John S. Nader for meeting Long Island's healthcare needs. Clinical affiliates across the region ensure graduates serve local spots like Farmingdale's community clinics.
Students gain skills in courses like NUR 217 for acute care and NUR 305 for health promotion, using cutting-edge labs. Options include BS Nursing, RN to BSN, and MS in Nursing Administration, all building ethical, competent pros.
This expansion strengthens Farmingdale's role in local health. Explore more LI Daily stories on wellness wins — including how Farmingdale's school district shines in 2026 statewide rankings and how Long Island small businesses can access free training and $25K in grants this spring — subscribe for updates on Farmingdale's impact.
