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) $14.65
Athletics fee (per credit hour) $14.25
Technology fee (per credit hour) $15.15
Out-of-state resident
Tuition (per credit hour) $708.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Activity fee (per credit hour) $8.50
Health fee (per credit hour) $14.65
Athletics fee (per credit hour) $14.25
Technology fee (per credit hour) $15.15
Online Tuition Information
Non-residential (out-of-state) students enrolled in Buffalo State's online courses are eligible for online tuition rates if they meet the following criteria:
1. Must be enrolled in exclusively online programs that have been previously approved by the Provost’s Office and registered by the New York State Education Department in distance education format, consistent with the student’s intention to take courses exclusively online at the time of application and matriculation toward the degree.
2. Must not have had an address in New York State within the last fiscal year (July 1 - June 30)**
** 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) $353.00
College fee (per credit hour) $1.70
Activity fee (per credit hour) $8.50
Health fee (per credit hour) $14.65
Athletics fee (per credit hour) $14.25
Technology fee (per credit hour) $15.15
Please note: The rates listed are subject to review and may change without prior notice.
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 College 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 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
Athletics Fee
The athletics fee is a program fee to support the intercollegiate program and recreation at the college. 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 college continues to support athletes and the college 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 was increased for 20/21 and 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 and this needed more than ever due to our current environment with many online course offerings. 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
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
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