SUNY Buffalo State University

Buffalo, NY · public · 5,097 undergraduates

SUNY Buffalo State University is a public university in Buffalo, NY with moderately selective admissions, admitting about 73% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.

Acceptance rate

73%

SAT (middle 50%)

980–1240

Avg net price

$11,346/yr

sticker $24,279

Graduation rate

33%

within 6 years

Undergraduates

5,097

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SUNY Buffalo State University admissions FAQ

What is SUNY Buffalo State University's acceptance rate?

SUNY Buffalo State University has an acceptance rate of about 73%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.

What SAT score do you need for SUNY Buffalo State University?

The middle 50% of admitted students at SUNY Buffalo State University scored between 980–1240 on the SAT.

How much does SUNY Buffalo State University cost?

Families pay an average net price of about $11,346 per year at SUNY Buffalo State University after financial aid, versus a published cost of $24,279.

What is the graduation rate at SUNY Buffalo State University?

About 33% of students at SUNY Buffalo State University graduate within six years.

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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.