by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Buffalo State worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Buffalo State is ranked #1,303 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within New York, it ranks #54 of 216 for value.
Among the majors Buffalo State offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Radio & Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician | #3 of 10 |
| Ceramic Arts & Ceramics | #5 of 27 |
| Sculpture | #6 of 42 |
| Audiovisual Communications | #7 of 25 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #7 of 25 |
| Technology Education | #16 of 47 |
| Teacher Education | #16 of 47 |
| Family & Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education | #19 of 47 |
| Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician | #19 of 49 |
| Mechanics | #19 of 49 |
Below is the detailed Buffalo State value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
SUNY Buffalo State University is ranked #130 out of #236 in New York for quality and #54 out of #216 for New York value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Buffalo State financial aid page to be sure.
SUNY Buffalo State University is ranked #1,303 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, SUNY Buffalo State University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Buffalo State costs about $13,575. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $54,300 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $23,730 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $11,346 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $13,575 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $54,300 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Buffalo State net price and the factors that affect it.
What Buffalo State costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Buffalo State degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $94,920 | — | — |
| All Students | $54,300 | #1,303 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $45,384 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $94,920 | — | — |
| All Students | $54,300 | #54 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $45,384 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Buffalo State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $10,684 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,992 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,379 |
| $75K–$110K | $18,478 |
| Over $110K | $21,201 |
About 82% of Buffalo State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,130 per year. Get more details on the Buffalo State financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Buffalo State net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.