About
About University at Buffalo
University at Buffalo is a public research university in Buffalo, NY, known for its engineering and business focus and test optional admissions. With an acceptance rate of 68%, UB is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 4,215 students each year. UB is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1210–1380, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UB offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $8,011 per year; the sticker price of $48,160 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
Admissions
University at Buffalo acceptance rate and admitted student profile
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Financial Aid & Cost
What University at Buffalo actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Avg. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$48k/yr | $14.7k |
| 30k-48k | ~$48k/yr | $16.6k |
| 48k-75k | ~$48k/yr | $21.3k |
| 75k-110k | ~$48k/yr | $24.1k |
| 110k+ | ~$48k/yr | $28.1k |
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Outcomes & Campus
Student outcomes and campus profile
Student Body
Student body composition
Race & Ethnicity