"The Buffalo State experience is a lot more than just your grades. It’s about what you learn, who you network with, and your ability to shape how you want to be."
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You'll Learn Hands-On
Buffalo State provides the academic foundation for leaders in all fields—from scientists, legislative and political leaders, to educators, artists, and innovators. Being a leader in today’s world requires you to be hands-on. You will be prepared for your professional role through unique programs, research, internships, field study, and service-learning.
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Learn Your Way
Online courses offer flexibility, convenience, and direct access to faculty.
Apply what you have learned to solve real-world problems and learn things that you might not typically cover in class.
The Anne Frank Project provides tools and vocabulary for conflict resolution, community building, and identity exploration in neighborhoods and schools world-wide.
Embrace the opportunity to study, learn, and live in more than 70 countries.
If your dream, like ours, is to become a teacher, Buffalo State education faculty are here to wholeheartedly support you.
Students learn by engaging in direct application of skills, theories, and models.
Academically challenging opportunities for high-achieving and intellectually committed undergraduate students.
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Eligible programs are accredited
91.5%
Classes with fewer than 40 students
18
Average undergraduate class size
Academic Schools, Departments, Centers
Buffalo State has 3 academic schools, connected by common intellectual foundations and offering a full range of academic programs in their areas of study, and 33 academic departments. Our academic centers offer intellectual enrichment, community engagement, and provide opportunities for students and faculty to work together across disciplines.
School of Arts and Sciences
The School of Arts and Sciences helps students develop skills in artistic inventiveness, critical thinking, and effective communication. The school boasts faculty who are leaders in their disciplines and provides innovative interdisciplinary learning opportunities for its students.
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School of Education
Buffalo State's School of Education has a distinguished history of preparing leaders and educators to excel in a wide range of classroom settings. Students learn through a strong, diverse on-campus curriculum as well as through direct student-teacher experiences.
School of the Professions
The School of the Professions educates future professionals to lead within diverse settings and participate in the community through partnerships. The school prepares graduates for productive and successful careers in a global society.
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Career, Technical, and Science Education Department
Computer Information Systems Department
Creativity and Change Leadership Department
Economics and Finance Department
Elementary Education, Literacy, and Educational Leadership Department
Engineering Technology Department
Exceptional Education Department
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
Government, Planning, and Philosophy Department
Health, Nutrition, and Dietetics Department
Higher Education Administration and Adult Education Department
History and Social Studies Education Department
Hospitality and Tourism Department
Modern and Classical Languages Department
Social and Psychological Foundations of Education Department
Student Success
We’re with you all the way. We have resources available for you to improve your academic performance and prepare you for your chosen career path.
Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE)
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Middle States Reaccreditation Reflects Positively on Buffalo State
Buffalo State University has received reaffirmation of accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). The reaffirmation was received in June 2023, following a site visit in Buffalo and five additional visits to Buffalo State’s International Graduate Programs for Educators (IGPE) locations in Brazil, Colombia, and Qatar.