Costs
In-State
Out-of-State
Since Buffalo State is a public university, there are different costs for in-state students and out-of-state students. The sticker price at Buffalo State is $26,660 for in-state students in NY, and $36,570 for out-of-state students. This sticker price includes costs for tuition, books and supplies, room and board, and other miscellaneous expenses.
It’s also important to note that the cost of attendance can vary from year to year and typically it will rise over your four years in college. With that said, your financial aid will also be recalculated every year to take any price increases, as well as any changes in your financial situation, into account.
Using State Grants at Buffalo State
If you are a student from New York State considering Buffalo State, be sure to investigate the TAP program. If you are attending a qualifying program and meet financial need requirements, you may receive thousands of dollars per year to put towards your education. Additionally, if you apply to a CUNY or SUNY school, you could be eligible for the Excelsior Scholarship, which would make your education tuition-free.
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Students who are applying for financial aid at SUNY Buffalo State University need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (or FAFSA).The FAFSA opens up on October 1st, and students should apply as soon as they can! The FAFSA uses financial information from the prior, prior year which means that you don’t need to wait for the year to end and can use last year’s financial information.
The FAFSA code for SUNY Buffalo State University is 002842.
If you are looking for more information on how to complete the FAFSA, check out our How to Complete the FAFSA Guide.
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Pell Grants at SUNY Buffalo State University
68% of students at SUNY Buffalo State University receive Pell Grants, which are awarded to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need (students who have a bachelor’s or professional degree are not eligible). Pell Grants are awarded by the federal government and do not need to be repaid. To apply for a Pell Grant, students will need to submit their FAFSA. If you are awarded a Pell Grant, you’ll see it listed in your financial aid award letter if you are accepted to SUNY Buffalo State University.
You can learn more about Pell Grant eligibility here.
Outside Scholarships
Buffalo State students can also apply for outside scholarships to fund their education. Outside scholarships are awards that are offered by private and non-profit organizations. If you want to see what outside scholarships you are eligible for, check out these resources:
SUNY Buffalo State University Financial Aid Resources
If you are looking for more information about financial aid and scholarships at Buffalo State or have questions that are specific to your personal situation, we recommend that you reach out directly to the financial aid office!
Here’s how you can get in touch:
- Website: https://financialaid.buffalostate.edu/
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 716-878-4902