University at Buffalo Admissions Profile
University at Buffalo is located in Buffalo, NY. It serves roughly 20,569 students with a student-faculty ratio near 11:1. Recent admissions cycles report an acceptance rate around 69%. Estimated in-state tuition is $10,782 ($28,702 for out-of-state). Graduates report median earnings near $66,400.
The University at Buffalo , New York's Flagship, is a leading research university and is one of just 71 institutions in the Association of American Universities (AAU). A top 40 public university consistently recognized for excellence and value, UB attracts extraordinary faculty and provides 100 percent of students with the opportunity to participate in research, internships, service, or experiential learning. Its nationally recognized Finish in 4 program provides a clear path and the resources needed to earn a degree in four years.
Admissions Snapshot
- Acceptance rate: 69%
- First-year retention: 84%
- Graduation rate: 73%
Costs & Financial Aid
- In-state tuition: $10,782
- Out-of-state tuition: $28,702
- Average net price: $29,043
- Pell grant recipients: 32%
Academic Highlights
- Popular program: Engineering
- Popular program: Research
- Popular program: Science
- Popular program: Liberal Arts
- Popular program: Business
- Popular program: Education
- Popular program: Nursing
- Popular program: Communication
- Popular program: Music
- Popular program: Art & Design
- Popular program: Economics
- Popular program: Finance/Accounting
Student Experience
- Campus life: Athletics
- Campus life: Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Campus life: Disability Services
- Campus life: Greek Life
- Campus life: Intramural/Club Sports
- Campus life: LGBTQIA Services
- Campus life: Military/Veteran Services
- Campus life: On-Campus Housing
- Campus life: ROTC Program
- Campus life: Study Abroad
- Campus life: Undergraduate Research
- Campus life: Veteran Fee Waiver
Upcoming Admissions Events
- Visit UB Campus Tours: April 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM (On-campus) — campus tour
- Virtual Prospective Student Visit UB: April 6, 2026 at 3:30 PM (Virtual) — virtual information session
- Visit UB Campus Tours: April 2, 2026 at 1:00 PM (On-campus) — campus tour
- Visit UB Campus Tours: April 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM (On-campus) — campus tour
Career Outcomes
Median graduate earnings reach $66,400, underscoring the return on investment for University at Buffalo students.
Admissions & Testing
- Acceptance rate: 69%
- Test midpoints: 1,288 SAT / 28 ACT
- Test policy: Test-optional
- First-year retention: 84%
- Graduation rate: 73%
Student Profile
- Student-faculty ratio: 11:1
- Gender mix: 0% female / 1% male