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SUNY Buffalo State University
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Annual Tuition
$8,486
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
75.9%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
36.2%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$52,334
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
SUNY Buffalo State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Buffalo, NY. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,486, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 36.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$33,944
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.5 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$22,334
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$189,396
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$412,736
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 36%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at SUNY Buffalo State University is $21,028.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$8,486
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
54.7%
Success
36.2%
In-State Cost
$8,486
Age 25+ Students
12.7%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Larger
Working at 6yr
1,528 students
Living In Buffalo
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$951
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$992
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,163
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Buffalo metropolitan area.