Students are required to pay tuition and fees upon receipt of e-billing notification either in cash, check, MasterCard, Discover or Visa, or through a deferred payment plan. Deductions will be made under various state and federal financial aid programs.

Electronic bills (eBills) are the exclusive billing method for all Buffalo State student account balances. Paper bills are not mailed to students. Students may print a statement from the link in Banner self-service, if needed. All e-billing notifications will be sent to your Buffalo State student email address.

If you officially drop courses during Drop/Add, or process a course withdrawal, leave of absence, or withdrawal from college through the Registrar's Office, you may be entitled to a refund or tuition/liability decrease. Refunds will be processed in accordance with SUNY approved policies. Official date of withdrawal is determined by the date the withdrawal form is received and stamped by the Registrar's Office or the date you process a course drop/ course withdrawal via Banner student system. Refer to financial liability term deadline dates below for further information.

 

 

 

If you officially drop courses during Drop/Add, or process a course withdrawal, leave of absence, or withdrawal from the university through the Registrar's Office, you may be entitled to a refund or tuition/liability decrease.  Refunds will be processed in accordance with SUNY approved polices. Official date of withdrawal is determined by the date the withdrawal form is received and stamped by the Registrar's Office or the date you process a drop.


J-TERM 2024

Official Withdrawal Date

  Financial Liability for Tuition and Fees*  

Through January 4, 2024

0%

 January 5, 2024 - January 10, 2024      

65%

After January 10, 2024

Full Liability (100%) for tuition and fees


SPRING 2024

Official Withdrawal Date Financial Liability for Tuition and Fees * 
Through February 6, 2024

0%

February 7, 2024 - February 13, 2024

30%

February 14, 2024 - February 20, 2024   

50%

February 21, 2024 - February 27, 2024

70%

After February 27, 2024

Full Liability (100%) for tuition and fees


SUMMER 2024

Session ES Early Summer

May 28, 2024 - June 28, 2024

Official Withdrawal Date Financial Liability for Tuition and Fees *  
Through May 29, 2024

0%

May 30, 2024 - June 3, 2024   

50%

After June 3, 2024

Full Liability (100%) for tuition and fees


Session LS Late Summer

July 8, 2024 - August 9, 2024

Official Withdrawal Date Financial Liability for Tuition and Fees*   
Through July 9, 2024

0%

 July 10, 2024 - July 14, 2024   

50%

After July 14, 2024

Full Liability (100%) for tuition and fees


Session VS Variable Summer   

May 28, 2024 - August 9, 2024

Official Withdrawal Date Financial Liability for Tuition and Fees* 
Through June 2, 2024

0%

June 3, 2024 - June 9, 2024

50%

June 10, 2024 - June 16, 2024

70%

After June 16, 2024

Full Liability (100%) for tuition and fees


FALL 2024

Official Withdrawal Date Financial Liability for Tuition and Fees* 
Through September 3, 2024  

0%

September 4, 2024 - September 10, 2024

30%

September 11, 2024 - September 17, 2024 

50%

September 18, 2024 - September 24, 2024

70%

After September 24, 2024

Full Liability (100%) for tuition and fees


FALL 2024 LS                                         

Through October 27, 2024

0%

October 28 - November 3, 2024

65%

After November 3, 2024

Full Liability (100%) for tuition and fees     

 

*Excludes College Fee

 

Undergraduate Estimated Cost of Attendance 

Fall 2024/Spring 2025:

Residential (New York State) Tuition Rates:  The SUNY Board of Trustees carefully reviews SUNY’s budget outlook and all options available before imposing any financial burden on students and their families.  SUNY has not increased residential tuition rates for the fall 2023 and spring 2024 semesters.

Full-Time Student (12 or more credit hours)

Tuition per semester:  $3,535.00

Mandatory fees per semester:  $731.50 

Part-Time Student (1-11 credit hours)

Tuition per credit hour:  $295.00

Mandatory fees per credit hour:  $60.85

Nonresidential (out-of-state) Tuition Rates: The SUNY Board of Trustees carefully reviews SUNY’s budget outlook and all options available before imposing any financial burden on students and their families.  

Full-Time Student (12 or more credit hours)

Tuition per semester: $9,095.00

Mandatory fees per semester:   $731.50 

Part-Time Student (1 – 11 credit hours)

Tuition per credit hour:   $758.00

Mandatory fees per credit hour:   $60.85

Non-Resident Online Tuition Rates:  Non-NYS resident students who do not have a permanent or local presence in NYS may be eligible for the online out of state rate.   

Full-Time Student (12 or more credit hours)

Tuition per semester: $4,240.00

Mandatory fees per semester:  $507.00 

Part-Time Student (1 – 11 credit hours)

Tuition per credit hour:  $353.00

Mandatory fees per credit hour:  $42.10

Please note, the tuition rate initially shows as out-of-state tuition.  Once Student Accounts verifies that a student has met online tuition eligibility (typically after 100% liability date), the tuition rate will be adjusted to reflect appropriately.

The rates listed are subject to review by the Board of Trustees and may change without prior notice.

College Fee
The college fee finances the operating budget. All units of the state university system collect this fee.  This fee is a non-refundable fee.

$25.00 per semester for full-time students
$1.70 per credit hour per semester for part-time students

Activity Fee
The United Students Government (USG) activity fee goes to support the many student organizations, and virtual events and programs that will be planned for the year.  This fee is managed by USG and not by Buffalo State University or SUNY.  Assessment of upcoming program and organizational need is performed by the United Student Government officers prior to the start of the semester.  Additional questions and concerns should be directed to usgactivities@buffalostate.edu  

$100.00 per semester for full-time students
$8.50 per credit hour per semester for part-time students

Health Fee
This fee is approved through the student broad based fee process.  Buffalo State’s health fee supports services both on campus and remote, including health and counseling services, health promotions, nutrition counseling, and programs that maintain compliance with state regulations. These services are available to every student, whether in person or remote, and telehealth options are available for students outside the Western NY area. For this reason, the health fee is not eligible for waiver. Students are encouraged to make the most of the services provided by the health fee.  Additional questions and concerns should be directed to Weigel Health Center at 716-878-6711 or weigel@buffalostate.edu

$187.50 per semester for full-time students
$15.65 per credit hour per semester for part-time students

Athletics Fee
The athletics fee is a program fee to support the intercollegiate program and recreation at the university.  The athletics fee will still support a host of new virtual activities, along with recreational and intramural activities, wellness programs, and facilities for students (e.g. open pool hours).  The university continues to support athletes and the university population in providing engaging experiences and support services.  Additional questions and concerns should be directed to studentaffairs@buffalostate.edu

$184.50 for fall semester full-time students
$15.40 per credit hour for fall semester for part-time students

Technology Fee
This fee is approved through the student broad based fee process.  The technology fee provides many services to help students succeed and get the most from their education.  SUNY campuses are authorized to establish a technology fee as part of a comprehensive funding plan to build and maintain an infrastructure offering students the highest quality learning environment, and may be used to address specific technology needs such as: 

  • Computing and information technology (i.e., smart classrooms, distance learning offerings, Wi-Fi, high-speed internet connection) 
  • Student Information Systems - Banner, Degree Works, Blackboard Learn and Collaborate,  Bengal Success Portal to support:  
    • course registration;
    • billing statements with online payment options; 
    • real-time access to degree plans to view progress towards graduation; 
    • online course delivery; 
    • online course portal to manage class activity; 
    • online appointments with advisers, instructors, and tutoring centers;
    • Software for students, including Microsoft Office, Taskstream E-portfolios , SPSS, SAS, Mathematica, Adobe, as well as for student support offices such as Financial Aid Scholarships and Career Development systems;
  • Library electronic resources and databases; 
  • Public computer labs; 
  • Networking infrastructure, remote network access, enterprise software and advancements in technology integration ;
  • Updates to technology for classrooms, student computer labs and enhanced multi-media learning spaces;
  • Equipment such as scanners, digital cameras, iPads and assistive technology for student computer labs; and
  • Student assistants to help provide technology support.

Our Information Technology staff is dedicated to keeping current with new technologies and providing a high level of customer service with our IT help desk and working with the SUNY Online help desk. For more information, visit it.buffalostate.edu 

$194.50 per semester for full-time students
$16.25 per credit hour per semester for part-time students

Transportation Fee
This fee covers the improved intra-campus and grocery route shuttle services that serves resident and commuter students.

$40.00 for fall semester for full-time students

$3.35 per credit hour for fall semester for part-time students


Non-Mandatory Fees
Parking
$70.00 per academic year (fall through spring semesters) for on-campus parking

$35.00 for spring semester only

Tuition and fees are charged at the per credit hour rate for all courses taken during J-Term sessions.

NY State resident
Tuition (per credit hour) $295.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Activity fee (per credit hour) $8.50
Health fee (per credit hour) $15.65
Athletics fee (per credit hour) $15.40
Technology fee (per credit hour) $16.25

Out-of-state resident
Tuition (per credit hour) $758.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Activity fee (per credit hour) $8.50
Health fee (per credit hour) $15.65
Athletics fee (per credit hour) $15.40
Technology fee (per credit hour) $16.25

Non-Resident Online Tuition Rate

Non-NYS resident students who do not have a permanent or local presence in NYS may be eligible for the online out of state rate.      

Tuition (per credit hour) $353.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Activity fee (per credit hour) $8.50
Health fee (per credit hour) $15.65
Athletics fee (per credit hour) $15.40
Technology fee (per credit hour) $16.25

The rates listed are subject to review and may change without prior notice.


Mandatory Fees

College Fee
This fee finances the operating budget. All units of the state university system collect this fee.  This fee is a non-refundable fee.

$1.70 per credit hour

Activity Fee
The United Students Government (USG) Activity Fee goes to support the many student organizations, and virtual events and programs that will be planned for the year.  This fee is managed by USG and not by Buffalo State University or SUNY.  Assessment of upcoming program and organizational need was performed by the United Student Government officers prior to the start of the semester.  Additional questions and concerns should be directed to usgactivities@buffalostate.edu  

$8.50 per credit hour 

Health Fee
This fee is approved through the student broad based fee process.  Buffalo State’s health fee supports services both on campus and remote, including health and counseling services, health promotions, nutrition counseling, and programs that maintain compliance with state regulations. These services are available to every student, whether in person or remote, and telehealth options are available for students outside the Western NY area. For this reason, the health fee is not eligible for waiver. Students are encouraged to make the most of the services provided by the health fee.  Additional questions and concerns should be directed to Weigel Health Center at 716-878-6711 or weigel@buffalostate.edu

$15.65 per credit hour 

Athletics Fee
The athletics fee is a program fee to support the intercollegiate program and recreation at the university.  The athletics fee will still support a host of new virtual activities, along with recreational and intramural activities, wellness programs, and facilities for students (e.g. open pool hours).  The university continues to support athletes and the university population in providing engaging experiences and support services.  Additional questions and concerns should be directed to studentaffairs@buffalostate.edu

$15.40 per credit hour 

Technology Fee
This fee is approved through the student broad based fee process.  The technology fee provides many services to help students succeed and get the most from their education.  SUNY campuses are authorized to establish a technology fee as part of a comprehensive funding plan to build and maintain an infrastructure offering students the highest quality learning environment, and may be used to address specific technology needs such as: 

  • Computing and information technology (i.e., smart classrooms, distance learning offerings, Wi-Fi, high-speed internet connection) 
  • Student Information Systems - Banner, Degree Works, Blackboard Learn and Collaborate,  Bengal Success Portal to support:  
    • course registration;
    • billing statements with online payment options; 
    • real-time access to degree plans to view progress towards graduation; 
    • online course delivery; 
    • online course portal to manage class activity; 
    • online appointments with advisers, instructors, and tutoring centers;
    • Software for students, including Microsoft Office, Taskstream E-portfolios , SPSS, SAS, Mathematica, Adobe, as well as for student support offices such as Financial Aid Scholarships and Career Development systems;
  • Library electronic resources and databases; 
  • Public computer labs; 
  • Networking infrastructure, remote network access, enterprise software and advancements in technology integration ;
  • Updates to technology for classrooms, student computer labs and enhanced multi-media learning spaces;
  • Equipment such as scanners, digital cameras, iPads and assistive technology for student computer labs; and
  • Student assistants to help provide technology support.

Our Information Technology staff is dedicated to keeping current with new technologies and providing a high level of customer service with our IT help desk and working with the SUNY Online help desk. For more information, visit it.buffalostate.edu 

$16.25 per credit hour 

Summer 2024 rates

Tuition and fees are charged at the per credit hour rate for all courses taken during summer sessions.

NY State Residents:

Tuition (per credit hour) $295.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Activity fee (flat fee) $5.00
Health fee (per credit hour) $14.65
Athletics fee (per credit hour) $14.25
Technology fee (per credit hour) $15.15

Out-of-state residents:

Tuition (per credit hour) $729.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Activity fee (flat fee) $5.00
Health fee (per credit hour) $14.65
Athletics fee (per credit hour) $14.25
Technology fee (per credit hour) $15.15

Online Tuition Information

Tuition (per credit hour) $353.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Activity fee (flat fee) $5.00
Health fee (per credit hour) $14.65
Athletics fee (per credit hour) $14.25
Technology fee (per credit hour) $15.15

Please note, the tuition rate for a non-resident student will initially show as out-of-state tuition on your account.  Once Student Accounts verifies that a student has met online tuition eligibility (typically after 100% liability date), the tuition rate will be adjusted to reflect appropriately.

The rates listed are subject to review and may change without prior notice.


Mandatory Fees

College Fee
This fee finances the operating budget. All units of the state university system collect this fee.  This fee is a non-refundable fee.

$1.70 per credit hour

Activity Fee
The United Students Government (USG) Activity Fee goes to support the many student organizations, and virtual events and programs that will be planned for the year.  This fee is managed by USG and not by Buffalo State University or SUNY.  Assessment of upcoming program and organizational need was performed by the United Student Government officers prior to the start of the semester.  Additional questions and concerns should be directed to usgactivities@buffalostate.edu  

$8.50 per credit hour 

Health Fee
This fee is approved through the student broad based fee process.  Buffalo State’s health fee supports services both on campus and remote, including health and counseling services, health promotions, nutrition counseling, and programs that maintain compliance with state regulations. These services are available to every student, whether in person or remote, and telehealth options are available for students outside the Western NY area. For this reason the health fee is not eligible for waiver. Students are encouraged to make the most of the services provided by the health fee.  Additional questions and concerns should be directed to Weigel Health Center at 716-878-6711 or weigel@buffalostate.edu

$14.65 per credit hour 

Athletics Fee
The athletics fee is a program fee to support the intercollegiate program and recreation at the university.  The athletics fee will still support a host of new virtual activities, along with recreational and intramural activities, wellness programs, and facilities for students (e.g. open pool hours).  The university continues to support athletes and the university population in providing engaging experiences and support services.  Additional questions and concerns should be directed to studentaffairs@buffalostate.edu

$14.25 per credit hour 

Technology Fee
This fee is approved through the student broad based fee process.  The technology fee provides many services to help students succeed and get the most from their education.  SUNY campuses are authorized to establish a technology fee as part of a comprehensive funding plan to build and maintain an infrastructure offering students the highest quality learning environment, and may be used to address specific technology needs such as: 

  • Computing and information technology (i.e., smart classrooms, distance learning offerings, Wi-Fi, high-speed internet connection) 
  • Student Information Systems - Banner, Degree Works, Blackboard Learn and Collaborate,  Bengal Success Portal to support:  
    • course registration;
    • billing statements with online payment options; 
    • real-time access to degree plans to view progress towards graduation; 
    • online course delivery; 
    • online course portal to manage class activity; 
    • online appointments with advisers, instructors, and tutoring centers;
    • Software for students, including Microsoft Office, Taskstream E-portfolios , SPSS, SAS, Mathematica, Adobe, as well as for student support offices such as Financial Aid Scholarships and Career Development systems;
  • Library electronic resources and databases; 
  • Public computer labs; 
  • Networking infrastructure, remote network access, enterprise software and advancements in technology integration ;
  • Updates to technology for classrooms, student computer labs and enhanced multi-media learning spaces;
  • Equipment such as scanners, digital cameras, iPads and assistive technology for student computer labs; and
  • Student assistants to help provide technology support.

Our Information Technology staff is dedicated to keeping current with new technologies and providing a high level of customer service with our IT help desk and working with the SUNY Online help desk. For more information, visit it.buffalostate.edu 

$15.15 per credit hour 


Non-Mandatory Fees

Parking$10 for summer only on-campus parking. 


Graduate Estimated Cost of Attendance

Fall 2024/Spring 2025:

Residential (New York State) Tuition Rates:   The SUNY Board of Trustees have been carefully reviewing SUNY’s entire budget outlook and all options available before imposing any financial burden on our students and their families regarding a decision on tuition rates for the upcoming semesters.   SUNY has not increased the tuition rates or fees for the fall semester.

Full-Time Student (12 or more credit hours)

Tuition per semester $5,655.00

Mandatory fees per semester $449.00 

Part-Time Student (1-11 credit hours)

Tuition per credit hour $471.00

Mandatory fees per credit hour $37.10

Nonresidential (out-of-state) Tuition Rates: The SUNY Board of Trustees have been carefully reviewing SUNY’s entire budget outlook and all options available before imposing any financial burden on our students and their families regarding a decision on tuition rates for the upcoming semesters.  

Full-Time Student (12 or more credit hours)

Tuition per semester $11,895.00

Mandatory fees per semester $449.00 

Part-Time Student (1 – 11 credit hours)

Tuition per credit hour $991.00

Mandatory fees per credit hour $37.10 

Non-Resident Online Tuition Rates:

Non-NYS resident students who do not have a permanent or local presence in NYS may be eligible for the online out of state rate.    

Full-Time Student (12 or more credit hours)

Tuition per semester $6,785.00

Mandatory fees per semester $449.00 

Part-Time Student (1 – 11 credit hours)

Tuition per credit hour $565.00

Mandatory fees per credit hour $37.10 

Please note, the tuition rate initially shows as out-of-state tuition.  Once Student Accounts verifies that a student has met online tuition eligibility (typically after 100% liability date), the tuition rate will be adjusted to reflect appropriately.


The rates listed are subject to review by the Board of Trustees and may change without prior notice.

College Fee
The college fee finances the operating budget.  All units of the state university system collect this fee.
$25.00 per semester for full-time students
$1.70 per credit hour per semester for part-time students

Health Fee
This fee is approved through the student broad based fee process.  Buffalo State’s health fee supports services both on campus and remote, including health and counseling services, health promotions, nutrition counseling, and programs that maintain compliance with state regulations. These services are available to every student, whether in person or remote, and telehealth options are available for students outside the Western NY area. For this reason the health fee is not eligible for waiver. Students are encouraged to make the most of the services provided by the health fee.  Additional questions and concerns should be directed to Weigel Health Center at 716-878-6711 or weigel@buffalostate.edu

$187.50 per semester for full-time students
$15.65 per credit hour per semester for part-time students

Technology Fee

This fee is approved through the student broad based fee process.  The technology fee provides many services to help students succeed and get the most from their education.  SUNY campuses are authorized to establish a technology fee as part of a comprehensive funding plan to build and maintain an infrastructure offering students the highest quality learning environment, and may be used to address specific technology needs such as: 

  • Computing and information technology (i.e., smart classrooms, distance learning offerings, Wi-Fi, high-speed internet connection) 
  • Student Information Systems - Banner, Degree Works, Blackboard Learn and Collaborate,  Bengal Success Portal to support:  
    • course registration;
    • billing statements with online payment options; 
    • real-time access to degree plans to view progress towards graduation; 
    • online course delivery; 
    • online course portal to manage class activity; 
    • online appointments with advisers, instructors, and tutoring centers;
    • Software for students, including Microsoft Office, Taskstream E-portfolios , SPSS, SAS, Mathematica, Adobe, as well as for student support offices such as Financial Aid Scholarships and Career Development systems;
  • Library electronic resources and databases; 
  • Public computer labs; 
  • Networking infrastructure, remote network access, enterprise software and advancements in technology integration ;
  • Updates to technology for classrooms, student computer labs and enhanced multi-media learning spaces;
  • Equipment such as scanners, digital cameras, iPads and assistive technology for student computer labs; and
  • Student assistants to help provide technology support.

Our Information Technology staff is dedicated to keeping current with new technologies and providing a high level of customer service with our IT help desk and working with the SUNY Online help desk. For more information, visit it.buffalostate.edu 

$194.50 per semester for full-time students
$16.25 per credit hour per semester for part-time students

Graduate Student Association Fee

This fee supports funding requests for research & scholarship; managed by the Graduate Student Association. 

 $42.00 per semester for full-time students
$3.50 per credit hour per semester for part-time students


Non-Mandatory Fees
Parking
$70.00 per academic year (fall through spring semesters) for on-campus parking

$35.00 for spring semester only

 


The rates listed are subject to review by the Board of Trustees and may change without prior notice.

 

Tuition and fees are charged at the per credit hour rate for all courses taken during J-term

NY State resident
Tuition (per credit hour) $471.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Health fee (per credit hour) $15.65
Technology fee (per credit hour) $16.25
Graduate Student Association fee (per credit hour) $3.50

Out-of-state resident
Tuition (per credit hour) $991.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Health fee (per credit hour) $15.65
Technology fee (per credit hour) $16.25
Graduate Student Association fee (per credit hour) $3.50

Non-Resident Online Tuition Rate

Non-NYS resident students who do not have a permanent or local presence in NYS may be eligible for the online out of state rate.

** Students' residency status at  Buffalo State during the last fiscal year will be used to determine the residency requirement for online tuition rates.

Tuition (per credit hour) $565.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Health fee (per credit hour) $15.65
Technology fee (per credit hour) $16.25
Graduate Student Association fee (per credit hour) $3.50

Please note: The rates listed are subject to review and may change without prior notice.

Mandatory Fees

College Fee
This fee finances the operating budget. All units of the state university system collect this fee.  This fee is a non-refundable fee.

$1.70 per credit hour

Health Fee
This fee was increased for 20/21 and approved through the student broad based fee process.  Buffalo State’s Health Fee supports services both on campus and remote, including health and counseling services, health promotions, nutrition counseling, and programs that maintain compliance with state regulations. These services are available to every student, whether in person or remote, and telehealth options are available for students outside the Western NY area. For this reason the Health Fee is not eligible for waiver. Students are encouraged to make the most of the services provided by the Health Fee.  Additional questions and concerns should be directed to Weigel Health Center at 716-878-6711 or weigel@buffalostate.edu

$15.65 per credit hour 

Technology Fee

This fee is approved through the student broad based fee process.  The technology fee provides many services to help students succeed and get the most from their education.  SUNY campuses are authorized to establish a technology fee as part of a comprehensive funding plan to build and maintain an infrastructure offering students the highest quality learning environment, and may be used to address specific technology needs such as: 

  • Computing and information technology (i.e., smart classrooms, distance learning offerings, Wi-Fi, high-speed internet connection) 
  • Student Information Systems - Banner, Degree Works, Blackboard Learn and Collaborate,  Bengal Success Portal to support:  
    • course registration;
    • billing statements with online payment options; 
    • real-time access to degree plans to view progress towards graduation; 
    • online course delivery; 
    • online course portal to manage class activity; 
    • online appointments with advisers, instructors, and tutoring centers;
    • Software for students, including Microsoft Office, Taskstream E-portfolios , SPSS, SAS, Mathematica, Adobe, as well as for student support offices such as Financial Aid Scholarships and Career Development systems;
  • Library electronic resources and databases; 
  • Public computer labs; 
  • Networking infrastructure, remote network access, enterprise software and advancements in technology integration ;
  • Updates to technology for classrooms, student computer labs and enhanced multi-media learning spaces;
  • Equipment such as scanners, digital cameras, iPads and assistive technology for student computer labs; and
  • Student assistants to help provide technology support.

Our Information Technology staff is dedicated to keeping current with new technologies and providing a high level of customer service with our IT help desk and working with the SUNY Online help desk. For more information, visit it.buffalostate.edu 

$16.25 per credit hour 

Graduate Student Association Fee

This fee supports funding requests for research & scholarship; managed by the Graduate Student Association.  
$3.50 per credit hour per semester for part-time students

 

Summer 2024 Rates

Tuition and fees are charged at the per credit hour rate for all courses taken during summer sessions.

NY State resident
Tuition (per credit hour) $471.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Health fee (per credit hour) $14.65
Technology fee (per credit hour) $15.15
Graduate Student Association fee (per credit hour) $3.50

Out-of-state resident

Tuition (per credit hour) $991.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Health fee (per credit hour) $14.65
Technology fee (per credit hour) $15.15
Graduate Student Association fee (per credit hour) $3.50

Online Tuition Rates:    

Tuition (per credit hour) $565.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Health fee (per credit hour) $14.65
Technology fee (per credit hour) $15.15
Graduate Student Association fee (per credit hour) $3.50

Online Tuition Information

Please note, the tuition rate for a non-resident student will initially show as out-of-state tuition on your account.  Once Student Accounts verifies that a student has met online tuition eligibility (typically after 100% liability date), the tuition rate will be adjusted to reflect appropriately.

Please note: The rates listed are subject to review and may change without prior notice.


Mandatory Fees

College Fee
This fee finances the operating budget. All units of the state university system collect this fee.  This fee is a non-refundable fee.

$1.70 per credit hour

Health Fee
This fee was increased for 20/21 and approved through the student broad based fee process.  Buffalo State’s Health Fee supports services both on campus and remote, including health and counseling services, health promotions, nutrition counseling, and programs that maintain compliance with state regulations. These services are available to every student, whether in person or remote, and telehealth options are available for students outside the Western NY area. For this reason the Health Fee is not eligible for waiver. Students are encouraged to make the most of the services provided by the Health Fee.  Additional questions and concerns should be directed to Weigel Health Center at 716-878-6711 or weigel@buffalostate.edu

$14.65 per credit hour 

Technology Fee

This fee is approved through the student broad based fee process.  The technology fee provides many services to help students succeed and get the most from their education.  SUNY campuses are authorized to establish a technology fee as part of a comprehensive funding plan to build and maintain an infrastructure offering students the highest quality learning environment, and may be used to address specific technology needs such as: 

  • Computing and information technology (i.e., smart classrooms, distance learning offerings, Wi-Fi, high-speed internet connection) 
  • Student Information Systems - Banner, Degree Works, Blackboard Learn and Collaborate,  Bengal Success Portal to support:  
    • course registration;
    • billing statements with online payment options; 
    • real-time access to degree plans to view progress towards graduation; 
    • online course delivery; 
    • online course portal to manage class activity; 
    • online appointments with advisers, instructors, and tutoring centers;
    • Software for students, including Microsoft Office, Taskstream E-portfolios , SPSS, SAS, Mathematica, Adobe, as well as for student support offices such as Financial Aid Scholarships and Career Development systems;
  • Library electronic resources and databases; 
  • Public computer labs; 
  • Networking infrastructure, remote network access, enterprise software and advancements in technology integration ;
  • Updates to technology for classrooms, student computer labs and enhanced multi-media learning spaces;
  • Equipment such as scanners, digital cameras, iPads and assistive technology for student computer labs; and
  • Student assistants to help provide technology support.

Our Information Technology staff is dedicated to keeping current with new technologies and providing a high level of customer service with our IT help desk and working with the SUNY Online help desk. For more information, visit it.buffalostate.edu 

$15.15 per credit hour 

Graduate Student Association Fee

This fee supports funding requests for research & scholarship; managed by the Graduate Student Association.  
$3.50 per credit hour per semester for part-time students 


Non-Mandatory Fees
Parking
$10 for summer only on-campus parking

The non-resident online tuition rate is charged to students taking courses in exclusively online academic programs. This rate is applicable only to programs (not individual courses) that have been previously approved as “exclusively online” by the Provost’s Office, and registered as such by the New York State Education Department in distance education format. Students who are considered non-resident (out-of-state), and enrolled in online courses are not eligible for the “online only rate” if they are not matriculated in one the programs designated as “exclusively online” by both the University Provost, and the New York State Education Department. Students studying remotely (enrolled in one or more online course) who are not matriculated in an “exclusively online program” will be assessed the standard tuition amount relevant to their residency (i.e., in-state or out-of-state).

Fee Waiver Eligibility for Fall 2024

Broad-based fee waivers are granted for Buffalo State students who meet one of these conditions:

(1) those who are enrolled in study abroad;

(2) those who reside outside of Erie and Niagara counties and are enrolled exclusively in online courses; or

(3) those who reside outside of Erie and Niagara counties and are participating exclusively in off-site internships, master’s projects, student teaching curricula, or similar that never meet on campus.

Please note that courses taught via remote instruction are not considered online courses and, therefore, are not eligible for broad-based fee waivers. Those enrolled in remote instruction classes are not eligible for fee waivers.

Fees subject to waiver are the athletics and transportation fees. Fee waivers are not automatic.

The International and Exchange Programs Office performs the fee waiver application process on behalf of study-abroad students; all other students seeking fee waivers must apply for them each term or semester via Banner, SUNY Buffalo State's integrated student information system. 

Inquiries about health fee waivers should be directed to the Weigel Health Center.  The Health Center will notify the Student Accounts Office of any necessary adjustments.

Summer session is deemed one semester for consideration of broad-based fee waivers.

Application Deadlines

For Fall 2024, students may apply for fee waivers from July 29, 2024, through September 9, 2024.

Applying for a Waiver

 Fee waivers are not automatic. Students must apply for them as follows:

  • The International and Exchange Programs Office performs the fee waiver application process on behalf of study-abroad students.
  • All other students seeking fee waivers must apply for them each term or semester. Students should apply via Banner, Buffalo State's integrated student information system.  Students may apply for a fee waiver until one week after the drop/add deadline for each term or semester.

To apply, please log in to Banner, then go to Student > Student Account. Click on "Broad-Based Fee Waiver Requirements" and follow the application instructions.

If a waiver application is approved, a refund will be processed within six weeks after the drop/add period has ended. If a waiver application is denied, an e-mail notification will be sent within six weeks after the drop/add period has ended.

Course Number Course Title Current Fee
Art and Design    
AAD 105 Introduction to Digital Design and Fabrication $50.00
DES114 Workshop Crafts $60.00
DES220 Ceramics I $24.00
DES230 Introduction to Jewelry Making $50.00
DES242 Fibers I $45.00
DES250 Wood Design I $100.00
DES270 Visual Com I $18.00
DES271 Letter/Typog I $18.00
DES277 Computer Graphics I $18.00
DES320 Ceramics II $38.00
DES321 Ceramics Junior Stu. $160.00
DES330 Applied Jewelry Techniques $60.00
DES331 Jewelry: Junior Studio $60.00
DES336 Metalsmithing $100.00
DES337 Metalsmithing: Junior Studio $100.00
DES338 Computer Three-Dimensional Modeling & Rendering $40.00
DES342 Fibers II $60.00
DES344 Fibers - Jr Studio $60.00
DES348 Jewelry $10.00
DES350 Wood Design II $100.00
DES351 Wood Design: Junior Studio $100.00
DES370 Visual Com 2 $18.00
DES374 Advertising Des $18.00
DES377 Computer Graphics II $18.00
DES378 Web Design I $18.00
DES380 Illustration $10.00
DES421 Ceramics Senior Stu. $160.00
DES431 Jewelry: Senior Studio $60.00
DES444 Fibers $60.00
DES451 Wood Design: Senior Studio $100.00
DES473 Graphic Design $18.00
DES479 Multimedia $18.00
DES480 Photography $18.00
DES499 Rubber Molding $100.00
DES592 Independent Studio in Design $100.00
DES649 Ceramics $100.00
DES690 Master's Project $100.00
DES695 Ceramics $100.00
FAR103 Modeling $30.00
FAR220 Intro Photo $85.00
FAR230 Intro Printmaking $65.00
FAR240 Introductory Sculpture $60.00
FAR321 Interm Photo I $85.00
FAR322 Interm Photo II $85.00
FAR323 Advanced Photo $85.00
FAR331 Interm Print I $65.00
FAR332 Interm Print 2 $65.00
FAR333 Adv Printmaking $65.00
FAR341 Intermediate Sculpture I $60.00
FAR342 Intermediate Sculpture II $60.00
FAR343 Advanced Sculpture $60.00
FAR345 Figure Modeling $30.00
FAR420 Senior Studio in Photography $85.00
FAR430 Senior Studio in Printmaking $65.00
FAR440 Senior Studio in Sculpture $60.00
FAR630 Printmaking $65.00
FAR640 Graduate Studio in Sculpture $60.00
IDE153 Spatial Explorations & Model Building $25.00
IDE189 Digital Presentation Methods $50.00
IDE201 Interior Design I Spatial Experiments $25.00
IDE204 Materials & Colors $50.00
IDE251 Interior Design II Residential Design $50.00
IDE301 Interior Design III Retail Design $50.00
IDE302 Comp App I $50.00
IDE303 Interior Detailing $50.00
IDE351 Interior Design IV Public Buildings $50.00
IDE352 Interior Design $50.00
IDE353 Interior Design Professional Practice $25.00
IDE401 Interior Design V Office Planning $50.00
IDE402 Lighting Design $50.00
IDE451 Interior Design VI Thesis Studio $50.00
IDE488 Internship $50.00
Chemistry    
CHE101 General Chem I $40.00
CHE102 General Chem II $40.00
CHE113 Lab for Fundamentals of Chem I $40.00
CHE114 Lab for Fundamentals of Chem II $40.00
CHE203 Organic Lab I $40.00
CHE204 Organic Lab II $40.00
CHE301 Analytical Chem $40.00
CHE307W Phy Chem Lab I $40.00
CHE308W Phy Chem Lab II $40.00
CHE321 Principles of Organic Chemistry $40.00
CHE322 Biological Chem $40.00
CHE403 Instrumental Analysis $40.00
CHE406 Analytical Toxicology $40.00
CHE462 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry $40.00
CHE471 Biochemical Techniques $40.00
FOR414W Forensic Chemistry Laboratory $40.00
Communication    
COM312 Basic Media Production $116.00
COM317 Media Management $50.00
COM322 Communication Graphics $50.00
COM328 Intermediate Audio Production $116.00
COM329 Intermediate Video Production $116.00
COM336 Web & Social Media Production $116.00
COM337 Electronic News Producing $116.00
COM338 Electronic News Reporting $116.00
COM339 Introduction to Motion Graphics $50.00
COM389 Radio Documentary $25.00
COM389 The Network $25.00
COM389 Motion Graphics $25.00
COM403 Digital Sports Journalism $116.00
COM405 Online Newsroom $116.00
COM428 Advanced Audio Production $116.00
COM429 Advanced Multi-Camera Studio Production $116.00
COM431 Advanced Field Production $116.00
COM432 Advanced Post Production $116.00
COM433 Advanced TV Documentary Production $116.00
COM434 Advanced Video Production Practicum $116.00
COM435 Visual Effects $116.00
Conservation of Arts and Cultural Heritage and Conservation Science and Imaging
CNS601 Conservation Imaging: Technical Exam and Doc Lab I $60.00
CNS603 Conservation Imaging:  Technical Exam and Doc Lab II $60.00
CNS605 Conservation Imaging: Technical Exam and Doc Lab III $60.00
CNS607 Conservation Imaging:  Technical Exam and Doc Lab IV $60.00
CNS610 Polymers in Art & Conservation $60.00
CNS611 Polymers in Art & Conservation Laboratory $60.00
CNS613 Conservation Science:  Polarized Light Microscopy, Light & Matter Lab I  $60.00
CNS615 Conservation Science:  Inorganic Materials in Art & Conservation Lab I $60.00
CNS617 Technical Aspects of Preventative Conservation Laboratory $60.00
CNS621 Technology & Conservation of Paintings I $60.00
CNS625 Technology & Conservation of Paintings III Laboratory $60.00
CNS631 Technology & Conservation of Works of Art on Paper I $60.00
CNS633 Technology & Conservation of Works of Art on Paper II $60.00
CNS635 Technology & Conservation of Works of Art on Paper III $60.00
CNS636 Technology & Conservation of Works of Art on Paper IV $60.00
CNS641 Technology and Conservation of Objects I $60.00
CNS645 Technology and Conservation of Objects III Laboratory $60.00
Engineering Technology    
SAF310 Personal Safety and First Aid $28.00
Fashion and Textile Technology    
FTT109 Fund of Apparel Construction $50.00
FTT224 Pattern Draft/Grading Industry $20.00
FTT304 Textile Surface Design $20.00
FTT306 Textile Evaluation $20.00
FTT324 Industrial Apparel Assembly $28.00
FTT326 Traditional/Computer Flat Pattern $10.00
FTT327 Computer Patternmaking $10.00
FTT328 Apparel Design III, Draping $20.00
FTT329 Designing Knit Apparel $20.00
FTT359 Visual Merchandising $10.00
FTT451 Senior Project $10.00
Geosciences    
GES202 Mineralogy $40.00
Health, Nutrition, and Dietetics    
NFS100 Introduction to Food Preparation $20.00
NFS200 Applied Food Chemistry $20.00
Honors    
HON103 Arts Seminar $25.00
Hospitality and Tourism    
HTR100 Multicultural Foods $35.00
HTR305 Applied Culinary Arts $35.00
HTR330 Fundamentals of Bakeshop Production $35.00
HTR335 Wine Essentials $10.00
HTR400 Catering Management $40.00
Music    
DMP221 Introduction to Sound Recording and Reinforcement $50.00
DMP321 Recording Techniques $50.00
DMP331 Intermediate Recording $50.00
DMP341 Advanced Recording $50.00
DMP350 Electronic Music Composition I $50.00
DMP351 Electronic Music Composition II $50.00
DMP361 Synthesizer Orchestra $50.00
MUS167 Guitar I $25.00
MUS171 Applied Music $200.00
MUS173                                             Applied Music                                                                                                        $200.00            
MUS267 Guitar Class II $25.00
MUS271 Applied Music $200.00
MUS273 Applied Music $200.00
MUS371 Applied Music $200.00
MUS373 Applied Music $200.00
MUS471 Applied Music $200.00
MUS473 Applied Music $200.00
MUS601 Foundations of Music Education $75.00
MUS602 Advanced Topics in Music History $75.00
MUS620                                            Advanced Topics in Music Theory                                                                       $75.00              
MUS625 Curriculum and Assessment $75.00
MUS630 Contemporary Issues in Music Education $75.00
MUS640 Research Methods in Music Education $75.00
Television and Arts    
TFA350 Cinematography $116.00
TFA401 Producing Short Films I $116.00
TFA420 Producing Short Films II $116.00
TFA450 Senior Project $116.00
TFA460 Adaptation $116.00
TFA480 Advanced Directing/Producing I $116.00
TFA481 Advanced Directing/Producing II $116.00