SUNY Buffalo State University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. 56% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
SUNY Buffalo State University is a public institution located in Buffalo, New York with approximately 5,097 undergraduate students enrolled. SUNY Buffalo State University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 73%. The average net price after financial aid is $11,346 per year. The graduation rate is 33%, and the typical graduate earns $42,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at $14,229/year average net price and only $12,500 in median debt at graduation, the financial picture is genuinely affordable — but a 36% graduation rate and 55% freshman retention rate suggest many students struggle to finish, which is a real concern worth discussing before enrolling. Worth considering if you have a clear plan, strong self-motivation, and are drawn to specific programs like its well-regarded education or arts offerings, but go in with eyes open about the support challenges that likely drive those departure numbers.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 17% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,097 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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