University at Buffalo
Public university · Buffalo, NY · 20,112 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
74%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1210–1380
ACT (middle 50%)
27–32
Average net price
$21,775
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$31,688
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
73%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University at Buffalo?
University at Buffalo accepts about 74 of every 100 applicants (74%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1210 and 1380 on the SAT. A score at or above 1380 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1210, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 27–32.
The latest federal data says University at Buffalo is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University at Buffalo's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University at Buffalo cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $31,688 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $21,775 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $11,036 for NY residents and $32,466 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$11,036
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$32,466
- Room & board$18,064
- Total cost of attendance$31,688
- Average net price after grants$21,775
Popular majors
Business, Engineering, Social Sciences, Psychology, Biology.
University at Buffalo FAQ
- What is University at Buffalo's acceptance rate?
- 74% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for University at Buffalo?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1210–1380. Aim for 1380 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University at Buffalo?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 27–32.
- Is University at Buffalo test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University at Buffalo is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University at Buffalo's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University at Buffalo cost?
- About $31,688 a year before aid; $21,775 on average after grants.
- What is University at Buffalo's FAFSA school code?
- 002837. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University at Buffalo receives your information.
- What is University at Buffalo's graduation rate?
- 73% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to University at Buffalo
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfred UniversityAlfred, NY | 74% | 1095–1310 | $22,325 | 46% |
| Nazareth UniversityRochester, NY | 75% | 1070–1320 | $30,265 | 73% |
| Pratt Institute-MainBrooklyn, NY | 73% | 1150–1390 | $48,876 | 74% |
| Pace UniversityNew York, NY | 76% | 1180–1340 | $30,721 | 56% |
| Canisius UniversityBuffalo, NY | 72% | — | $18,178 | 61% |
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