Buffalo, NY

SUNY Buffalo State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
SUNY Buffalo State University is a four-year, public school located in Buffalo, NY.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
SUNY Buffalo State University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

73% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 18,219 applied, 13,290 accepted, and 1,226 enrolled in Buffalo State.
554 men and 671 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,070 SAT Scores

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,070. The SAT score of 1070 is average, 41 to 50 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total98010701240
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing490560630
Math490510610
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $8,533 for New York residents and $19,653 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $12,208 for New York residents and $24,688 for others.
Tuition has increased by 3.95% compared to last year at SUNY Buffalo State University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

4,149 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $8,710.
For freshmen, 1,164 students (94%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $8,921.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 6,188 students enrolled Buffalo State in 2025.
By gender, 2,556 men and 3,632 women students are enrolled.
There are 5,255 undergraduate and 933 graduate students.
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202 Major Programs

  • 3 programs through online
  • 61 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Buffalo State is 33% and the transfer-out rate is 40%.
The retention rate is 58% for full-time and 58% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
33%
Transfer-out Rate
40%
Retention Rate
58%
Students to Faculty Ratio
14 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 567 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Buffalo State and the average faculty salary is $82,145. The studetns to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.
There are 1,388 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $73,907.
Number of Faculties
567
Average Faculty Salary
$82,145
Number of Staffs
1,388
Average Staff Salary
$73,907

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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