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  3. SUNY Buffalo State University

Estimated Net Cost
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$14k

Estimated Post Grad Salary
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$45k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Good

Pros

    Cons

      Tuition and Costs

      Understanding Tuition Costs at SUNY Buffalo State University: 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 SUNY Buffalo State University. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

      Most Recent Tuition Costs

      Understanding Tuition Costs at SUNY Buffalo State University: 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 SUNY Buffalo State University. 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.
       
      $8,486$33,944
      Room and Board
      This is the average, based on staying on-campus
       
      $16,716$66,864
      Books and Supplies
      The expenditure on books and supplies for an average student at SUNY Buffalo State University
       
      $1,052$4,208
      Other expenses
      The amount of money (estimated by the financial aid office at SUNY Buffalo State University) needed by a student to cover expenses such as laundry, transportation, entertainment, and furnishings.
       
      $2,814$13,240
      Sticker Price$29,068$118,256

      Historical Tuition Costs

      Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $218 per year over the next three years, reaching $9,278 in 2024, and $9,496 in 2025, and $9,714 in 2026.

      Return On Education

      Admissions

      SUNY Buffalo State University admissions is not very selective with an acceptance rate of 86%. The application deadline can be found on the institution's website.
      86%Admission Rate
      39%Graduation Rate

      Admissions Requirements

      SAT Range
      940 - 1178
      ACT Range -
      High School GPA

      N/A

      Key dates

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

      Majors & Degrees

      Explore the range of academic programs offered at this institution.
      SciencesBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      ⌄
      Information Studies•Bachelor's Degree
      Consumer Sciences•Bachelor's Degree
      System Science & Theory•Master's Degree
      Economics•Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      Data Analytics•Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Other
      Geology•Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      Psychology•Bachelor's Degree
      Social Sciences•Bachelor's Degree
      Urban Studies•Bachelor's Degree
      TechnicianBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      ⌄
      Electrician•Bachelor's Degree
      Woodworking•Bachelor's Degree
      ArchitectureMaster's Degree
      HistoryBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      ⌄
      Museum Studies•Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Other
      Political Science•Bachelor's Degree
      Cartography•Undergraduate Certificate, Bachelor's Degree
      LinguisticsUndergraduate Certificate, Bachelor's Degree
      ⌄
      Bilingual/Multilingual •Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Other
      Romance Languages, Literatures & Linguistics•Bachelor's Degree
      Foreign Languages, Literatures & Linguisitics•Undergraduate Certificate, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      HospitalityBachelor's Degree
      EducationBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Other
      ⌄
      Curriculum & Instruction•Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      Education Administration•Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Other
      Educational Design•Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      Special Education•Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Other
      Teaching•Undergraduate Certificate, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Other
      Social WorkBachelor's Degree
      ⌄
      Student Counseling•Master's Degree
      HealthUndergraduate Certificate, Bachelor's Degree
      ⌄
      Nutrition•Bachelor's Degree
      Heath Sciences•Bachelor's Degree
      Apparel & TextilesBachelor's Degree
      Liberal ArtsBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      BiologyBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      ⌄
      Ecology•Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      MathematicsUndergraduate Certificate, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      ⌄
      Applied Mathematics•Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Other
      Statistics•Undergraduate Certificate
      Criminal JusticeBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      ⌄
      Security•Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      Peace & Conflict ResolutionMaster's Degree
      ChemistryBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      PhysicsBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      ⌄
      Physical Sceinces•Master's Degree
      AnthropologyBachelor's Degree
      SociologyBachelor's Degree
      BusinessBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
      ⌄
      Human Resource Management•Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Other
      ManagementMaster's Degree

      Student Life

      Learn about the community, campus culture, and experiences that shape student life at this college.

      Student Breakdown

      Total Enrollment1,456
      Full-time Students1,445
      Part-time Students11

      Faculty

      Faculty-Student Ratio:13:1
      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 SUNY Buffalo State University. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

      No reviews available.

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      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
      619
      At SUNY Buffalo State University, the ROEdu is deemed fair, reflecting that graduates tend to achieve earnings and opportunities that are on par with their investment in education.

      SUNY Buffalo State University

      Public
      Buffalo, NY
      City