Columbia University in the City of New York and SUNY Buffalo State University are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Columbia University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in New York, NY and Buffalo State is a four-year, public school located in Buffalo, NY.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Columbia University in the City of New York | vs. | SUNY Buffalo State University |
|---|---|---|
| New York, New York | Location | Buffalo, New York |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $70,517 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$8,533
Out-Of-State$19,653 |
| 55% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 80% |
| $55,902 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $10,130 |
| 3.99 % | Acceptance Rates | 72.95 % |
| 64.92 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 9.22 % |
| 1,550 | SAT Score | 1,070 |
| 35 | ACT Score | - |
| 96 % | Graduation Rate | 33 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 40 % |
| 98 % | Retention Rate | 58 % |
| 35,173 | Student Population | 6,188 |
| 4,683 | Number of Faculties | 311 |
| 6 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 14 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, On-campus daycare |