University at Buffalo Admission
Acceptance Rate
74.18%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
14.07%
Freshmen Enrollment
4,265
SAT Scores
1,290
For the 2024-2025 admission, a total of 40,856 students have applied and 30,308 students have allowed to admit to University at Buffalo (Acceptance rate: 74.18%). UB's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 14.07 % where 4,265 students have finally enrolled out of 30,308 admitted students.
UB acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in New York. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as University of Mississippi and Indiana University-Indianapolis, its acceptance rate is average (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 67.50%).
UB enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in New York. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 21.56%).
How to Apply to University at Buffalo
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply UB. UB offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | https://admissions.buffalo.edu/ |
|---|---|
| Online Application | https://admissions.buffalo.edu/apply/index.php |
| Financial Aid | https://financialaid.buffalo.edu/ |
| Net Price Calculator | https://financialaid.buffalo.edu/net-price-calculator/ |
| Veterans Tuition | https://buffalo.edu/studentaccounts/nys-residency/veterans-and-dependents.html |
| Athletic | https://www.buffalo.edu/oia/facts-publications/factbook/student/graduation-rate.html |
| Disability Service | https://www.buffalo.edu/studentlife/who-we-are/departments/accessibility.html |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at UB and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2025, the average SAT score at University at Buffalo is 1,290 and the average ACT score is 29. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of University at Buffalo is comparable to the schools (average score is 1,231). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| University at Buffalo | 1,290 | 29 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,231 | 26 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges | 1,112 | 67 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges in New York | 1,135 | 72 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At University at Buffalo, 1,161 students submitted SAT scores (28% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,290 and it is higher (competitive score) than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in New York. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 600 | 640 | 680 |
| Mathematics | 610 | 650 | 700 |
| Total | 1,210 | 1,290 | 1,380 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: June 5, 2025)
At University at Buffalo, 107 students submitted ACT scores (3% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 29 and it is lower than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in New York. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite | 27 | 29 | 32 |
| English | 24 | 28 | 33 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 28 | 30 |
UB Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to University at Buffalo. The school requires 4 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), and Legacy status.
6 items are Considered if submitted - Secondary school rank, Completion of college-preparatory program, Recommendations, Formal demonstration of competencies, Admission test scores, and Personal statement or essay.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Considered, if submitted |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Considered, if submitted |
| Recommendations | Considered, if submitted |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Considered, if submitted |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Considered, if submitted |
| Legacy status | Required |