SUNY Buffalo State University

Buffalo, NY

publicMaster's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs

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ROI

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SUNY Buffalo State University is a large public master's university (large program) located in Buffalo, New York, with an undergraduate enrollment of 5,097. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader New York postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 73% acceptance rate, admission is broadly accessible. With a 73% acceptance rate, the institution is broadly accessible while maintaining academic standards. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $14,706 per year. Families earning under $30,000 average $7,405/year — substantially lower. The highest program-level earnings outcomes are in CIP 00 — 10-year median earnings among aid recipients in these fields reach $82,242. The 4-year graduation rate is 35%, 10 percentage points below the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $52,334.

Acceptance Rate

73.0%

Avg Net Price

$11,346

6-yr Grad Rate

48.4%

Earnings 10yr

$52,334

The Numbers

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
73.0%
SAT Range
980–1240
ACT Range
Enrollment
5,097
Student:Faculty
14:1

Costs & Outcomes

In-State Tuition
$8,533
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,653
Room & Board
$15,986
Students Receiving Aid
55.6%
Median Debt at Grad

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Data from U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS, College Scorecard, Clery Act), Bureau of Labor Statistics, and FIRE. Updated annually. Not affiliated with SUNY Buffalo State University.