Should I Attend College?
- With a bachelor’s or master's degree, you will earn more money over the course of your career and are more likely to find a full-time position with benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.
- Many jobs require a university degree, even for beginner positions.
- Meet new people and make connections that will help your career ("Friends and knowledge come with college").
- Build strong thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Support your personal growth and independence.
Should I Attend Buffalo State?
- We offer flexible, on-campus, online, and specialized programs.
- We're affordable! We offer the lowest annual in-state tuition and fees of any 4-year SUNY or Western New York Institution.
- We're located in the city, providing quick access to shopping, entertainment, and internships.
- Our hands-on learning approach goes beyond lectures and textbooks, connecting classroom concepts with real-world experiences.
- Academic support begins as soon as you start.
70+
Undergraduate majors
60+
Graduate programs (including certificates)
85%
Classes with fewer than 40 students
6,000+
Total students
93.4%
Students Offered Financial Aid
$14,980
Average Scholarships and Grant Award per Freshman Student
200+
Buffalo State Scholarships Available
$74M
Total Aid Awarded, 2024-2025