by our College Data Analytics TeamIs University at Buffalo worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
University at Buffalo is ranked #1,780 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within New York, it ranks #92 of 216 for value.
Among the majors University at Buffalo offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Pharmacology & Toxicology | #4 of 4 |
| Biology | #6 of 8 |
| Environmental Design & Architecture | #12 of 16 |
| Environmental Design | #12 of 16 |
| Architecture / Urban Planning | #12 of 16 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | #14 of 26 |
| Pharmacy | #14 of 26 |
| Information Technology Management | #20 of 34 |
| Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences | #20 of 38 |
| Urban Studies/Affairs | #20 of 30 |
Read the full University at Buffalo value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University at Buffalo is ranked #25 out of #236 in New York for quality and #92 out of #216 for New York value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the University at Buffalo financial aid page to be sure.
University at Buffalo is ranked #1,780 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University at Buffalo 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 University at Buffalo costs about $24,774. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $99,095 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $30,684 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $20,995 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $24,774 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $99,095 |
*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 University at Buffalo net price and the factors that affect it.
What University at Buffalo 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 University at Buffalo 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 | $122,736 | — | — |
| All Students | $99,095 | #1,780 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $83,980 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $122,736 | — | — |
| All Students | $99,095 | #92 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $83,980 | — | — |
*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 University at Buffalo shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,240 |
| $30K–$48K | $16,624 |
| $48K–$75K | $21,261 |
| $75K–$110K | $23,286 |
| Over $110K | $26,546 |
About 61% of University at Buffalo undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,093 per year. Get more details on the University at Buffalo financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average University at Buffalo cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.