Admissions
Admissions
Why choose Buffalo State?
In a word, "options." We offer the programs you're looking for—136 undergraduate and 63 graduate academic programs in the arts, sciences, education, and specialized professional programs. Our graduates are empowered with the knowledge and experience to pursue successful careers after college.
The faculty care, a lot. Buffalo State's superb teaching faculty is among the best in SUNY—45 faculty members have been awarded the prestigious SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching since its 1973 inception. There are more than 780 full- and part-time faculty members.
Classes are small. Small enough that you'll get to know your professors. Classes for undergraduate majors usually have between 10 and 19 students, while 90 percent of all classes have fewer than 40 students. Most graduate courses have fewer than 15 students. Our graduates get great jobs and go on to excellent graduate programs.
You won't take a bus across campus. Our walkable campus, in Buffalo's museum district, offers city advantages with a cozy, neighborhood feel.
There's a lot more you should know about Buffalo State as you make your decision. Check out our key facts.
