At Buffalo State, you’ll find the perfect balance: a SUNY education set in New York’s second-largest city. The ultimate blend of affordability and opportunity—with hands-on learning, game-changing internships, and faculty mentors who know you.

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Explore and Experience Buffalo State

Although Buffalo is the second-largest city in New York State, our accessible campus has a small-town feel. We're located in Buffalo, NY's museum district, surrounded by restaurants, shops, and parks. 

Register for an on-​campus visit, our Spring Open House (April 11), or book a one-on-one video appointment to experience Buffalo State first-hand.

 

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Start your college journey with less financial stress!

Buffalo State has the lowest annual in-state tuition and fees of any 4-Year SUNY or WNY Institution.

Bengal Promise Grant

  1. The Bengal Promise Grant provides up to $2,000 per year (up to $1,000 per semester) in non-tuition aid to help students live on campus—an experience that fosters a deeper connection to college life.

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

Terron Grant
“I wanted to go somewhere not too far, yet not too close. Buffalo State gave me that city feeling I was used to back home, but in a smaller form.” 
Terron Grant Investment Officer, NYC

Picture yourself in a place where creativity, history, and global perspectives come together—that’s Buffalo State University.Picture yourself in a place where creativity, history, and global perspectives come together—that’s Buffalo State University.

Personalized Support. Real Results.

Moving away from home doesn’t mean going it alone. At Buffalo State, students are supported through personalized faculty mentorship and tailored support and success programs that foster learning, development, and connection. 

Through academic coaching, free support in writing, math, and language, and programs such as ACE, EOP, Say Yes, and Roar to Success, students build confidence and skills that support success throughout their college experience.

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Who Hires Our Students?

From Buffalo to New York City and beyond, our grads turn their degree into meaningful careers with employers who value their experience.

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M&T Bank
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From Classroom to Career

Choose a campus that feels like a second home, where your future is just as important as your GPA. 

SUNY Buffalo State's unique programs provide students with more career options and the ability to advance quickly in their chosen field. A large percentage of our graduates are employed or in further education within a year of graduation. 

With internships, hands-on experiences, and alumni connections across the world, Buffalo State prepares you for what’s next.