Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
75.87%
SAT Average
1,080
ACT Range
Not available
SUNY Buffalo State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 75.87%. This means approximately 759 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 5,358 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
75.87%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,486 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $18,906 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $23,171 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $14,229 | State avg: $18,893. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 53.33% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 52.93% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does SUNY Buffalo State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$18,906
Room and board
$16,716
Books and supplies
$1,052
Other expenses
$2,814
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$23,171
Average net price
$14,229
Average aid coverage
39%
$8,942 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at SUNY Buffalo State University pays approximately $14,229 per year after grants and aid. This is below the New York average of $18,893 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is SUNY Buffalo State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New York and national averages.
SUNY Buffalo State University net price
$14,229
New York average
$18,893
National average
$17,506
SUNY Buffalo State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $18,906 and average net price at $14,229. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$18,906
Current net price
$14,229
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
36.04%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$52,334
Undergraduates
5,358
10-Year Median Earnings - SUNY Buffalo State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
SUNY Buffalo State University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends SUNY Buffalo State University?
Undergraduates
5,358
Completion rate
36.04%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
53.33%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
52.93%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 53.33% of SUNY Buffalo State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 52.93% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at SUNY Buffalo State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use SUNY Buffalo State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
SUNY Buffalo State University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
SUNY Buffalo State University is listed at 1300 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare SUNY Buffalo State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUNY Buffalo State University | 75.87% | $18,906 | $14,229 | $52,334 |
| Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences | 59.08% | $40,375 | $26,027 | $131,426 |
| Helene Fuld College of Nursing | 23.81% | $24,648 | $37,732 | $111,027 |
| SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $109,601 |
| Center for Allied Health Education | 18.52% | Not available | $35,431 | $107,249 |
Similar Schools in Buffalo
This local cluster focuses on nearby Buffalo schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Buffalo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SUNY Buffalo State University's acceptance rate?
SUNY Buffalo State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 75.87%.
How much is SUNY Buffalo State University tuition?
SUNY Buffalo State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $18,906.
What is SUNY Buffalo State University's average net price?
SUNY Buffalo State University's average net price in the local dataset is $14,229.
What is SUNY Buffalo State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $52,334 for SUNY Buffalo State University.
Is SUNY Buffalo State University accredited?
SUNY Buffalo State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend SUNY Buffalo State University?
The local dataset lists 5,358 undergraduate students at SUNY Buffalo State University.
What percentage of SUNY Buffalo State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for SUNY Buffalo State University in the local dataset is 53.33%.
What is the federal loan rate at SUNY Buffalo State University?
The federal loan rate for SUNY Buffalo State University in the local dataset is 52.93%.
Where should I verify SUNY Buffalo State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with SUNY Buffalo State University or the latest official federal education data.