ic S/general/checkmark circled Thanks for subscribing! Be on the lookout for our next newsletter.
ic S/general/checkmark circled
Saved to My Favorites. View My Favorites
Colleges / University at Buffalo, the State University of New York

University at Buffalo, the State University of New York

Buffalo, NY 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate70%
Acceptance Rate70%

About SUNY Buffalo

University at Buffalo, the State University of New York is a public, state college in the suburb of Buffalo, New York. SUNY Buffalo was founded in 1846. The college enrolls around 32,332 students per year, including 21,467 undergrads.

2022 Acceptance Rate for University at Buffalo, the State University of New York

It is moderately difficult to get into SUNY Buffalo. SUNY Buffalo admitted 70% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 30,750 applications received in 2022, 21,552 students were offered admission.

University at Buffalo, the State University of New York Admissions Facts At-A-Glance
Overall Acceptance Rate 70%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate 83%
Average GPA 3.8
Test Optional May require tests
Applicants Submitting ACT scores 83%
Applicants Submitting SAT scores 28.8%

To learn more about University at Buffalo, the State University of New York, choose from the options below:

Admissions

Student Life

Academics

Tuition & Aid

University at Buffalo, the State University of New York Community Forums

Save SUNY Buffalo To Your College List

Click the heart icon in the top left to save SUNY Buffalo to the list of schools you're interested in applying to.

Interested In Colleges in New York?

See a full list of colleges in New York and save your favorites to your college list.

Tour University at Buffalo, the State University of New York

University at Buffalo, the State University of New York is located in the suburbs of Buffalo.

If you would like to see SUNY Buffalo for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take New York State Thruway to Buffalo, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Buffalo-Niagara International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what University at Buffalo, the State University of New York and Buffalo are like without leaving home.

College Info

12 Capen Hall Buffalo, NY 14260

Campus Setting: Suburban

SUNY Buffalo Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Not available

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to SUNY Buffalo is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

SUNY Buffalo ACT Scores

ic_reflect

ACT Range

25 - 31

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

31 and Above

Good

25 to 31

Avg

25 and Less

Low

Stand out on your college application

  • • Qualify for scholarships
  • • Most students who retest improve their score
Sponsored by ACT
Take the Next ACT Test

ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median ACT score of an admitted student to SUNY Buffalo is 28. Students with an ACT score of 31 and above have a good chance of getting into SUNY Buffalo. Students with an ACT score that falls between 25 and 31 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 25 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.

SUNY Buffalo SAT Scores

ic_reflect

Composite SAT Range

Not available

ic_reflect

Math SAT Range

600 - 700

ic_reflect

Reading SAT Range

580 - 660

SUNY Buffalo Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$27,436

In State

$45,356

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$7,070
$24,990
Fees
$3,712
$3,712
Housing
$15,452
$15,452
Books
$1,202
$1,202

Student Life

Wondering what life at SUNY Buffalo is like? There are approximately 32,332 students enrolled at SUNY Buffalo, including 21,467 undergraduate students and 10,865 graduate students. 92% percent of students attend school full-time, 98% percent are from NY and 2% percent of students are from other states.

92%

Full Time

8%

Part Time

98%

In State

2%

Out-of-State

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

32,332

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

70%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$10,782

Out-of-State

$28,702

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Unknown
Do You Work at a University?

Claim your page to customize your profile and connect with students!

Claim Free Account
F43DB07C-E631-43A5-9C99-000231808F35
Scholarship Tips

Want to find money for school that doesn’t need to be paid back? Access insights and advice on how to search and apply for scholarships!

Find Scholarships
ECE68226-946A-49FB-9EBE-25C918B98643
Need Advice or Have a Question About SUNY Buffalo?

Connect with the world's largest college forum for candid, authentic discussion.

Join the Conversation