Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Buffalo, New York |
| Online | buffalostate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
SUNY College at Buffalo, also known as Buffalo State College, is a public institution that was founded in 1871 as a teacher training center and now encompasses a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. Occupying a 125-acre urban campus in Buffalo, New York, the college serves as a hub of academic activity near the Canada-U.S. border, just a short drive from Niagara Falls. Architecturally, the campus blends historic and modern styles, reflecting both its rich past and contemporary direction. With a heterogeneous student population, Buffalo State offers on-campus housing options to foster an inclusive educational environment. The college has a moderately selective admissions process and is noted for its strong programs in education, fine arts, and design, among others. While not primarily recognized for its athletics, it competes in the NCAA Division III as the Bengals across various sports.
In the most recent statistical year 12,292 prospective students applied, and 10,569 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,252 enrolled in the school. 5,247 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,198 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,070 plus fees of $1,416. Buffalo State College is ranked 665 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Buffalo State College is rated within the lower 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for SUNY College at Buffalo within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#665 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#223 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#79 in Best Colleges in New York
#26 in Best Public Colleges in New York
#208 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1178 |
| GPA | 2.84 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New York Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,038 |
| Other Fees | $1,416 |
| Room and Board | $14,386 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,788 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,698 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,038 |
| Other Fees | $1,416 |
| Room and Board | $14,386 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,788 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,608 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 26% |
| Business | 12% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 7% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196130 IPEDS survey data for SUNY College at Buffalo.
Current students may use the SUNY College at Buffalo GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.