SUNY Buffalo State University
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at SUNY Buffalo State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 40% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 28th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at SUNY Buffalo State University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | $48,355 | $98,018 | +21% | #2 of 51 | #10 | $25,324 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | $71,894 | $82,242 | -3% | #35 of 46 | #37 | $24,870 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | $57,431 | $73,327 | -11% | #56 of 61 | #58 | $22,400 |
| Information Science/Studies | $49,686 | $64,628 | -24% | #123 of 148 | #133 | $19,250 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | — | $64,059 | +35% | #4 of 19 | #4 | — |
| Chemistry | — | $61,262 | -6% | #148 of 209 | #180 | $21,748 |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services | $46,519 | $60,937 | +9% | #11 of 70 | #39 | $26,450 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | — | $59,096 | +17% | #8 of 63 | #19 | — |
| Economics | $41,547 | $58,497 | -29% | #354 of 368 | #354 | $24,250 |
| Political Science and Government | $35,158 | $58,041 | -8% | #375 of 565 | #432 | $19,700 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $38,283 | $57,114 | -16% | #897 of 1176 | #1028 | $20,407 |
| Special Education and Teaching | $16,737 | $57,096 | +13% | #37 of 177 | #68 | $19,450 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $34,042 | $56,034 | +1% | #292 of 660 | #418 | $20,000 |
| History | $35,822 | $54,561 | +8% | #142 of 459 | #198 | $20,160 |
| Social Work | $39,695 | $53,130 | +3% | #175 of 420 | #311 | $20,000 |
| Psychology | $32,994 | $52,490 | +4% | #376 of 1027 | #554 | $24,857 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $26,344 | $51,379 | -9% | #402 of 660 | #505 | $21,031 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $36,654 | $51,209 | +8% | #203 of 680 | #394 | $21,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $34,646 | $49,853 | -3% | #194 of 345 | #298 | $20,500 |
| Sociology | $28,676 | $49,595 | -6% | #299 of 462 | #359 | $20,370 |
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | $30,049 | $49,500 | -11% | #18 of 22 | #21 | $24,000 |
| Biology | $33,444 | $48,735 | -15% | #720 of 841 | #786 | $17,250 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | $31,629 | $48,267 | -15% | #112 of 137 | #128 | $15,625 |
| Family and Consumer Economics and Related Studies | $28,180 | $47,880 | -10% | #16 of 19 | #17 | $21,691 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $32,082 | $46,705 | -12% | #360 of 476 | #417 | $25,000 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | — | $46,224 | -8% | #107 of 158 | #132 | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $24,041 | $45,222 | +9% | #115 of 423 | #172 | $19,000 |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | $24,687 | $45,120 | +1% | #12 of 19 | #16 | $18,375 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $19,608 | $39,863 | +0% | #133 of 255 | #164 | $20,152 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The SUNY Buffalo State University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $540,843
- Avg rent near campus: $1,535/mo — vs ~$1,095/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 14204 (8.7% cap, Buffalo)
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🏆 Where SUNY Buffalo State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,070 | $17,490 |
| Room | $9,856 | |
| Board | $6,860 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $29,068 | $39,488 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $10,684 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $12,992 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $17,379 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $18,478 |
| $110,001+ | $21,201 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from SUNY Buffalo State University's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology