Established in 1871, Buffalo State's long history and commitment to education are the cornerstones of its respected reputation.
The largest comprehensive four-year college in the SUNY system, Buffalo State educates nearly 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students each year and has an alumni population of 100,000. The college is known for its strong community connections and a continuing commitment to providing high-quality lifelong learning opportunities.
Each year, nearly 10,000 students choose Buffalo State for its broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs.
Enrollment (Fall 2016)
9,475 students
8,482 undergraduate
993 graduate
Class Size
85 percent of all classes have fewer than 40 students
Classes for undergraduate majors usually have between 12 and 15 students.
Our faculty members are well known for their research and professional practice in their field. The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools called Buffalo State's faculty a "major source of excellence."
Employees
1,239 full time
572 part time
Number of faculty with tenure: 273
Percent of full-time faculty with doctoral degrees: 78.7%
Percent of full-time faculty with terminal degrees: 86.5%
51 faculty members have been awarded the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching since 1973.
There are 100,000+ Buffalo State alumni in the U.S. and around the world; more than 57,000 in Western New York.
Our graduates work in the fields of education, the arts, business, computer science, media, politics, and many others.
The Buffalo State Alumni Association coordinates events, services, and benefits for our graduates.
Name
Buffalo State College,
State University of New York
Founded
1871
Location
Accreditation
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools; numerous professional organizations for specific academic programs.
Designation
Carnegie Master’s 1 institution
President
Katherine S. Conway-Turner, Ph.D.
Faculty and Staff Profile
Full time: 1,239
Part time: 572
Total: 1,811
Student Enrollment (Fall 2016)
9,475 students
8,482 undergraduate
993 graduate
Class Size
Admissions Acceptance Rate
64 percent (First-time freshmen; fall 2016)
Alumni Profile
More than 100,000 alumni living throughout the world; more than 57,000 in Western New York
Athletics
2017–2018 Undergraduate Tuition and Fees*
2017–2018 Graduate Tuition and Fees*
* Costs subject to change. Visit the Student Accounts Office for latest updates.
Financial Aid
Academic Offerings
181 undergraduate programs with 11 honors options
64 graduate programs, including 11 postbaccalaureate teacher certification programs
Five schools: School of Arts and Humanities; School of Education; School of Natural and Social Sciences; School of the Professions; The Graduate School
Full time: 7,598
Part time: 884
Total: 8,482
African American: 2,620
American Indian: 44
Asian: 249
Caucasian: 4,036
Hispanic: 1,096
Multiracial: 299
Pacific Islanders: 10
Non-Resident Alien: 118
Undisclosed: 10
Erie County: 4,512
Niagara County: 661
Other NY State: 3,691
Outside NY State: 95
International: 128
Canada: 18
Other/Unknown: 82
Female: 4,792
Male: 3,690
Under 25: 7,772
25 and over: 1,415
3,017
Full time: 416
Part time: 577
Total: 993
African American: 125
American Indian: 6
Asian: 23
Caucasian: 727
Hispanic: 48
Multiracial: 17
Pacific Islanders: -
Non-Resident Alien: 44
Undisclosed: 3
Erie County: 676
Niagara County: 100
Other NY State: 250
Outside NY State: 48
International: 53
Canada: 7
Other/Unknown: 9
Female: 699
Male: 294
Buffalo State is a diverse and inclusive college committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Our mission is to empower students to succeed and to inspire a lifelong passion for learning. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment.
Buffalo State College will be a nationally recognized leader in public higher education known for
We, the Buffalo State community, are committed to:
Buffalo State is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104; (215) 662-5606. The Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. secretary of education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation. Buffalo State also is accredited by the Board of Regents, University of the State of New York.
