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About SUNY Buffalo State University

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SUNY Buffalo State University is a public university in Buffalo, NY, known for its public masters university, education focused, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 86%, SUNY Buffalo State University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,252 students each year. SUNY Buffalo State University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 940–1178, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. SUNY Buffalo State University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $8,849 per year; the sticker price of $36,570 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

SUNY Buffalo State University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

86%
Overall Accept Rate
1059
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 940 – 1178 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to SUNY Buffalo State University

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Application Strategy
Apply through the SUNY common application portal rather than a third-party platform, since Buffalo State processes most applications directly through the SUNY system and this keeps your materials organized in one place.
Test Score Strategy
Since Buffalo State is test optional and your scores may not reflect your full potential, skip submitting them and let your GPA, coursework, and any activities speak for you instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What SUNY Buffalo State University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$37k/yr$7.4k
30k-48k~$37k/yr$9.4k
48k-75k~$37k/yr$14.7k
75k-110k~$37k/yr$17.2k
110k+~$37k/yr$19.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

36%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$41k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
5,572
Undergrad Enrollment
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