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University at Buffalo

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Buffalo, NY
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Estimated Net Cost
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$21k

Estimated Post Grad Salary
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$59k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent
The University at Buffalo is a public research university located in Buffalo, New York, founded in 1846. Known for its strong programs in architecture, engineering, and healthcare, it is recognized as a prestigious institution in the state. One unique feature of the university is its extensive collection of public art scattered throughout the campus.

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      Tuition and Costs

      Most Recent Tuition Costs

      Understanding Tuition Costs at University at Buffalo: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at University at Buffalo. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

      Yearly4 years
      Tuition and Fees
      Average Tuition, including fees before grants and scholarships.
       
      $10,782$43,128
      Room and Board
      This is the average, based on staying on-campus
       
      $16,754$67,016
      Books and Supplies
      The expenditure on books and supplies for an average student at University at Buffalo
       
      $1,500$6,000
      Other expenses
      The amount of money (estimated by the financial aid office at University at Buffalo) needed by a student to cover expenses such as laundry, transportation, entertainment, and furnishings.
       
      $4,752$19,008
      Sticker Price$33,788$135,152

      Historical Tuition Costs

      Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $296 per year over the next three years, reaching $11,655 in 2024, and $11,951 in 2025, and $12,247 in 2026.

      Return On Education

      Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

      RoEDU
      No Data
      University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis stands in the premier league, positioned within the top institutions for return on education, delivering unparalleled value and setting its graduates on a path to remarkable success.

      Admissions

      University at Buffalo admissions is somewhat selective with an acceptance rate of 68%. Typically, admitted students score between 1190-1380 on the SAT or 25-32 on the ACT. The application deadline can be found the the institutions website.

      68%Admission Rate
      74%Graduation Rate

      Admissions Requirements

      SAT Range
      1190 - 1380
      ACT Range25 - 32
      High School GPA

      N/A

      Key dates

      Application DeadlineSee college website
      Early Decision DateSee college website
      Early Action DateSee college website

      Majors & Degrees

      Sciences⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Information StudiesN/A$0k
      Cellular BiologyN/A$0k
      MicrobiologyN/A$0k
      PathologyN/A$0k
      ToxicologyN/A$0k
      NeurobiologyN/A$0k
      System Science & TheoryN/A$0k
      Natural SciencesN/A$0k
      EconomicsN/A$0k
      Data ScienceN/A$0k
      GeologyN/A$0k
      Material SciencesN/A$0k
      PsychologyN/A$0k
      Social SciencesN/A$0k
      Engineering⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      AerospaceN/A$0k
      Chemical EngineeringN/A$0k
      Civil EngineeringN/A$88k
      Electrical EngineeringN/A$0k
      Mechanical EngineeringN/A$0k
      Nuclear EngineeringN/A$0k
      Industrial EngineeringN/A$0k
      BiotechnologyN/A$0k
      History⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Political ScienceN/A$0k
      CartographyN/A$0k
      Linguistics⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Bilingual/Multilingual N/A$0k
      GermanN/A$0k
      Romance Languages, Literatures & LinguisticsN/A$0k
      Classic Languages, Literatures & LinguisiticsN/A$0k
      Education⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Education AdministrationN/A$56k
      Educational DesignN/A$0k
      TeachingN/A$52k
      Physical EducationN/A$0k
      Social Work⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Student CounselingN/A$0k
      Health⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      NutritionN/A$63k
      RehabilitationN/A$62k
      Medical IllustrationN/A$0k
      Biology⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Biochemistry & Molecular BiologyN/A$0k
      BiomathematicsN/A$0k
      EcologyN/A$0k
      Mathematics⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Applied MathematicsN/A$0k
      Dentistry⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Dental SupportN/A$0k
      Medical⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Mental HealthN/A$55k
      PharmacyN/A$0k
      Registered Nursing (RN)N/A$0k
      Business⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      FinanceN/A$0k
      International BusinessN/A$0k

      Student Life

      Key information regarding University at Buffalo's total enrollment and faculty.

      Student Breakdown

      Total Enrollment4,271
      Full-time Students4,252
      Part-time Students19

      Faculty

      Faculty-Student Ratio:12:1
      Full-Time FacultyN/A
      Part-Time FacultyN/A

      Reviews and Ratings

      For complete transparency we combine scores from across the web to give you a true picture of what students think about University at Buffalo. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

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