Quick Summary
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, in Buffalo, United States, is a public research university that has shaped higher education since 1846. Ranked #440 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 32099 students including 16% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Medicine, Engineering, Pharmacy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 68%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier public research university with affordable tuition and Tier 1 research status.
Subject Strengths
MedicineEngineeringPharmacyDentistryCivil EngineeringComputer Science
Founded1846
TypePublic Research University
Total Students32099
Intl Students16%
Faculty Ratio13
CampusUrban/Suburban
Campus Size1350 acres
Affiliated HospitalsBuffalo General Medical Center, Oishei Children's Hospital, Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital
AccreditationMiddle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#440
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#251-300
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
140+ undergraduate, 220+ master's, 95+ doctoral
Programs
95
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
RENEW Institute, Clinical and Translational Science Institute, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate68%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GREOptional for most programs, check departmental requirements
GMATRequired for MBA and accounting programs
SATOptional
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight research experience and community involvement; early application is recommended for merit scholarship consideration.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$31,000/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$18,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$26,500/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$49,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 140+ undergraduate, 220+ master's, 95+ doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Psychology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$64,800
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Strong ties with health sciencesaerospaceand finance sectors in New York.
Notable Alumni
Millard Fillmore, Terry Gross, Wolf Blitzer, Bram Cohen
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Alumni Arena, UB Stadium, Murchie Family Fieldhouse
Student Clubs
600
Library Resources
University Libraries system with over 4 million volumes across 9 facilities.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available