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F A S T   F A C T S
Location | Buffalo
Population | 1,125,637
Enrollment | 6,405
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Host Payment

Term Dates
Fall | 08/26-12/12
Spring | 01/27-5/15

Buffalo State University

Buffalo, NY

   
Our city is your classroom. Buffalo, NY, is a big city with a small-town feel.
Our tree-lined campus is walking distance to dining, shopping, museums & parks.
Average undergraduate class size is 18 students.

About This Campus

Established in 1871, Buffalo State's long history and commitment to education are the cornerstones of its respected reputation. The largest comprehensive four-year college in the SUNY system, Buffalo State educates more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students each year. The college is known for its strong community connections and a continuing commitment to providing high-quality lifelong learning opportunities. We are an involved community of learners, scholars, leaders, and global citizens from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity, yet work together to achieve excellence, transform ourselves, and, in turn, change the world. Our campus is located in the heart of Buffalo's Elmwood Village, a lively urban neighborhood north of Buffalo's downtown district. You'll find some of the city’s best dining, shopping, museums, and parks within walking distance from campus. We're also just a short drive from Niagara Falls, one of the world's most amazing natural wonders!

Location Information

The campus is located in the heart of the arts corridor in the city of Buffalo. Students will enjoy museums, art galleries, entertainment, unique shops, and restaurants.

Helpful Information

Students will need to be highly communicative with our office to ensure that we get you in the correct classes that you desire.
2025-2026 Chance of Placement
Host Payment |Open
Home Payment |Closed
Campus Availability & Deadlines
2026-2027 Chance of Placement
Host Payment |Open
Home Payment |Open
Understand Chances of Placement

Academics

RegistrationClosed Programs
Television and Film Arts

Limitations
Courses designated as majors only may be difficult to obtain. Access to upper-level courses in design, business, education, health and wellness is limited.

Notable Academic Programs

  • Interior Design
  • Hospitality Administration - On-campus restaurant
  • Criminal Justice
  • Education
  • Social Work

Unique Academic Programs

  • Art and Design
  • Forensic Chemistry
  • Urban Planning
  • Fashion and Textile Technology
  • Africana Studies

Options
Honors Access: Yes

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

African American Studies, Anthropology, Apparel/Fashion Design... ++ show all

Conditions

GPA and Other Academic Requirements Exchange Preferences
  • Full-year exchange Accepted
  • Single term exchange Accepted
Non-Native English Speakers
  • TOEFL: must have a score of N/A paper or 61.00 Internet
  • IELTS: must have a score of 6.00
Summer Exchange
  • Not available
International Students (Visa Students)
  • Will accept on Host Pay
Canadian Students - learn more
  • Will accept Host Payment Pay

Tuition / Finances

Figures per Semester are current as of 05/14/25

Finances Tuition and Fees Per Semester - Host Payment Students
  • Pay resident-rate tuition to your host campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your home campus
  • Estimated cost: $4265.
  • Figures are based on full-time enrollment.
Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester
  • Host Payment: 19

Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
Housing Deposit $125.00 Year Host & Home Mandatory
Parking Fee $70.00 Year Host & Home Optional
Course Fees / MaterialsVariesSemesterHost & HomeMandatory

Room / Meals

Figures are current as of 05/14/25

On-Campus Housing Per Semester Meal Plans Notes About Meal Plans
https://dineoncampus.com/bsu/meal-plan-faqs (meal plans are optional for juniors and seniors)

Health

Figures per Semester are current as of 05/14/25

Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $900 per semester.

Requirements

All data in this document is the responsibility of the campus and has been provided by the campus NSE coordinator.
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