Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
69.30%
SAT Average
1,298
ACT Range
27-32
University at Buffalo Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 69.30%. This means approximately 693 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 20,284 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
69.30%
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 | $10,782 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $30,572 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $29,043 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $20,470 | State avg: $18,893. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 32.26% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 40.91% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University at Buffalo Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$30,572
Room and board
$16,754
Books and supplies
$1,500
Other expenses
$4,752
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$29,043
Average net price
$20,470
Average aid coverage
30%
$8,573 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University at Buffalo pays approximately $20,470 per year after grants and aid. This is above the New York average of $18,893 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University at Buffalo?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New York and national averages.
University at Buffalo net price
$20,470
New York average
$18,893
National average
$17,506
University at Buffalo Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $30,572 and average net price at $20,470. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$30,572
Current net price
$20,470
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)
73.41%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$70,814
Undergraduates
20,284
10-Year Median Earnings - University at Buffalo vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University at Buffalo graduates earn about 1.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University at Buffalo?
Undergraduates
20,284
Completion rate
73.41%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
32.26%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
40.91%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 32.26% of University at Buffalo students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 40.91% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University at Buffalo
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 University at Buffalo's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University at Buffalo 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
University at Buffalo is listed at 12 Capen Hall, Buffalo, NY 14260-1660. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare University at Buffalo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University at Buffalo | 69.30% | $30,572 | $20,470 | $70,814 |
| 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 University at Buffalo's acceptance rate?
University at Buffalo's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 69.30%.
How much is University at Buffalo tuition?
University at Buffalo's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $30,572.
What is University at Buffalo's average net price?
University at Buffalo's average net price in the local dataset is $20,470.
What is University at Buffalo's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $70,814 for University at Buffalo.
Is University at Buffalo accredited?
University at Buffalo's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend University at Buffalo?
The local dataset lists 20,284 undergraduate students at University at Buffalo.
What percentage of University at Buffalo students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University at Buffalo in the local dataset is 32.26%.
What is the federal loan rate at University at Buffalo?
The federal loan rate for University at Buffalo in the local dataset is 40.91%.
Where should I verify University at Buffalo data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University at Buffalo or the latest official federal education data.