Albany, NY · Buffalo, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| University at Albany | University at Buffalo | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 69.9% | 69.3% |
| In-State Tuition | $10,408 | $10,782 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $28,998 | $30,572 |
| Average Net Price | $19,165 | $20,511 |
| Graduation Rate | 64.0% | 73.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. University at Albany accepts 69.9% of applicants; University at Buffalo accepts 69.3%. Tuition is close: $10,408 at University at Albany, $10,782 at University at Buffalo. University at Albany graduates 64% of students in 6 years. University at Buffalo graduates 73%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University at Buffalo. It accepts 69.3% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University at Albany, on average. After aid, students pay $19,165/year versus $20,511/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
University at Buffalo: 73% of students finish in 6 years. University at Albany is at 64%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.