UB Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 74.18%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1290. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,936
- Out-of-State Tuition: $31,536
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UB:
- Total Enrollment: 31,903, including 2,663 online students
- 20,359 Undergraduate, 11,544 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 51.2% men, 48.8% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 75%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 14%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 85%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 563 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 17 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 323 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UB Overview
University at Buffalo (UB) is a four-year, public school located in Buffalo, NY. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UB's tuition & fees is $10,936 for New York residents and $31,536 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 61% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,093.
The school has a total enrollment of 31,903 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).
UB's acceptance rate is 74.18% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 14.07%. The median SAT score is 1290 and the ACT score is 29.
UB ranked 154th in National Universities and 34th in New York Colleges rankings. University at Buffalo is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University at Buffalo is $10,936 for in-state students and $31,536 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $14,530 for in-state students and $28,210 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,092 for New York residents and $32,530 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $14,673 for New York residents and $29,110 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,936 | $31,536 |
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| Graduate | $14,530 | $28,210 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,092 | $32,530 |
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| Graduate | $14,673 | $29,110 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University at Buffalo offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UB
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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