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Buffalo State University has been educating students for more than 150 years. We're home to an engaged, diverse community of learners, scholars, and leaders whose passion is discovery, community, and changing the world.

"This is an extraordinary opportunity to lead Buffalo State University and partner with the SUNY campuses in the Western region and across the state." Dr. Chance Glenn, President-Elect

Discover your calling. Whether you choose to study the arts, education, science, or professional studies, we have you covered. Buffalo State offers 79 undergraduate majors, 64 graduate programs, and numerous minors and certificates, all at an affordable SUNY price.

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“Success is determining what is personally achievable and then giving it your all.”

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"I did not speak English when I first came to America and college seemed scary, but EOP helped me overcome that." 

Be a Bengal. Bengals come from all backgrounds and walks of life-from small towns and big cities. Buffalo State’s student life is just as varied. With our countless student organizations and activities, you’ll make friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.

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Students Receive 100 Telescopes Thanks to Alumna Raven Baxter

One hundred high-tech telescopes were provided to middle and high school students as part of an initiative from the Science Haven, an organization created by Buffalo State alumna Raven Baxter, ’14, ’17.

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Fontana Returns to Film 'The Wrong Road' with Buffalo State Students

Emmy Award–winning writer/producer Tom Fontana, ’73, will be coming to Buffalo to film The Wrong Road with a production crew composed largely of students in the television and film arts (TFA) program.

The Bengal experience. Buffalo State’s long history and commitment to education are the cornerstones of its respected reputation. Our students, staff, faculty, and alumni share vast and varied stories of how the Buffalo State experience transformed their lives.

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Our city is your classroom. Buffalo State has a mission that grows directly from our location. We serve the city because we are of the city. Buffalo, NY, is a big city with a small-town feel. Our tree-lined campus is in walking distance to dining, shopping, museums, galleries, and parks.

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Get hands-on. Our dedicated faculty prepare you for your future through research, study away, service-learning, and internship opportunities. Take advantage of these options immediately and set yourself on the path to career success.