Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 36.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 36.0%
- Retention Rate
- 54.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $52,334
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,028
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 57.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $223/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $63,749 | $24,870 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $58,522 | $22,400 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $46,478 | $34,771 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor | $46,254 | $19,250 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $45,969 | $33,000 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design. | Master | $45,696 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $45,249 | $20,944 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $44,942 | $25,324 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $44,276 | $29,545 |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Bachelor | $42,682 | $26,450 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $41,342 | $19,870 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Master | $40,281 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Master | $38,289 | |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $21,748 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $36,873 | $20,407 |
Outcomes Overview
Buffalo State graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $21,028 and earn $35,096 in their first year after graduation. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.60 is reasonable for a public university. Monthly loan payments of $223 consume about 7.6% of typical first-year income. Many graduates pursue teaching careers given the university's strong education programs, which traditionally offer stable but modest starting salaries. Employment rates reach 93.8%, reflecting the practical nature of Buffalo State's programs. By year five, median earnings climb to $50,369, improving the financial picture. The university delivers an average return on investment, providing solid career preparation at an affordable public university price point.