What is the acceptance rate at University at Buffalo?

University at Buffalo has an acceptance rate of about 69%, based on the most recent federal data on FindU.

How much does University at Buffalo cost?

The average net price at University at Buffalo is about $20,470. That's what students actually pay per year after grants and scholarships. Published in-state tuition is $10,782.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for University at Buffalo?

Admitted students at University at Buffalo typically have SAT scores between 1210–1380 and ACT composite scores between 27–32 (the middle 50% of enrolled students).

How big is University at Buffalo?

University at Buffalo enrolls about 20,284 students.

What is the graduation rate at University at Buffalo?

University at Buffalo has a graduation rate of about 73%.

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University at Buffalo

Buffalo, New York · Public

$20k/yearCost after aid

Feb 1Application deadline

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About

University at Buffalo is located in Buffalo, New York. It is a public institution. The university enrolls approximately 20,284 students.

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Cost and aid

True cost

$20kper year

Compared to $17k national average

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$10,782

Out-of-state tuition$30,572

Room & board$16,754

Avg aid package$9,996

Students receiving aid74%

Pell grant recipients32%

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Admissions

Test scores

SAT · middle 50%1210–1380

4001600

ACT · middle 50%27–32

136

Application info

Acceptance rate69%

Average GPA3.70

Student–faculty ratio11:1

Test optionalYes

Common AppYes

Application fee$50

Application dates

Early ActionNov 1

Regular DecisionFeb 1

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Academics

Graduation rate73%

Retention rate84%

Student–faculty ratio11:1

Full-time faculty69%

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$70,814

Avg starting salary$84,732

Job placement rate89%

Earn more than HS grad79%

Economic mobility347%

Loan default (3 yr)3%

Loan repayment (3 yr)68%

Student life

Demographics

Large School

20,284Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

BalancedGender ratio

Female 46%Male 54%

45% WhiteRacial diversity

White 45%Asian 18%Black 9%Hispanic 9%Other 19%

Campus housingYes

Campus life

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About University at Buffalo

24-HR security patrol, emergency phones, escort safety rides, mobile alerts.

The University Honors College offers personalized advisement, early class registration, and scholarship opportunities for top students.

Endowment$970,993,254

Avg faculty salary$143,076

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