University Buffalo Suny - University at Buffalo SUNY - School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

About University at Buffalo SUNY - School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

University at Buffalo’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences is New York State's largest and most comprehensive public school of engineering.

Ranked in the top 15 percent of the nations 300 engineering schools, we offer a wide variety of world-class instruction, research opportunities, resources, and facilities to its students.

Through many joint initiatives, students work on a wide range of topics including tsunami detection, bridge and infrastructure renewal, supply chain management, big data, and ways to improve health and wellness. We also offer all of our graduate students a unique cost free Certificate of Professional Development to assist in transitioning to their working careers for positions in industry and academia.

About University at Buffalo SUNY - School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

University at Buffalo’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences is New York State's largest and most comprehensive public school of engineering.

Ranked in the top 15 percent of the nations 300 engineering schools, we offer a wide variety of world-class instruction, research opportunities, resources, and facilities to its students.

Through many joint initiatives, students work on a wide range of topics including tsunami detection, bridge and infrastructure renewal, supply chain management, big data, and ways to improve health and wellness. We also offer all of our graduate students a unique cost free Certificate of Professional Development to assist in transitioning to their working careers for positions in industry and academia.

Available programmes

Engineering and Technology (3)

Aerospace Engineering BS

Biomedical Engineering BS

Chemical Engineering BS

Civil Engineering BS

Computer Engineering BS

Computer Engineering/BITS-Pilani BS

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Life Sciences and Medicine (3)

Bioinformatics & Computational Biology BS

Natural Sciences (3)

Environmental Engineering BS

Engineering and Technology (2)

Aerospace Engineering MEng

Aerospace Engineering MSc

Biomedical Engineering MSc

Chemical Engineering MEng

Chemical Engineering MSc

Civil Engineering MEng

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Natural Sciences (2)

Environmental & Water Resources Engineering MSc

Engineering and Technology (2)

Aerospace Engineering PhD

Biomedical Engineering PhD

Chemical Engineering PhD

Civil Engineering PhD

Computational and Data Enabled Sciences PhD

Computer Science and Engineering PhD

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Natural Sciences (2)

Environmental & Water Resources Engineering PhD

University information

Admission into our university and SEAS programs is competitive yet holistic, because we want to hear your story. We encourage undergraduate students to review our application requirements, along with resources for new first-year and transfer students to ensure their post-admission success. Applicants interested in pursuing graduate-level studies should apply directly to our departments and programs for priority admission consideration.

Our safe and scenic North Campus is home to nine experiential learning facilities and multidisciplinary research centers to address a wide variety of topics such as sustainable engineering, materials design, water resources and artificial intelligence. Explore specific institutional spaces below:

Blockchain ThinkLab

Center for Multisource Information Fusion

Center for Unified Biometrics

Center of Excellence in Information Systems Assurance, Research and Education (CEISARE)

Computational and Data-Enabled Science and Engineering

Home Health and Well-Being through Adaptive Smart Environments

Institute of Bridge Engineering

MCEER: From Earthquake Engineering to Extreme Events

NAVIGATE Project

Stem Cells in Regenerative Medicine Program

Stephen Still Institute for Sustainable Transportation and Logistics

Strategic Partnership for Industrial Resurgence

The Center for Industrial Effectiveness Transportation Informatics University Transportation Center

Student life

Learn by doing through experiential learning programs, stock up on PE credit hours, or get your start-up started. We'll prepare you for the real world, and we'll get the real world prepared for you.

Experiential Learning: Experiential Learning Programs in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences help students develop professionalism and a practical perspective by connecting the classroom to the real world.
Global Programs: The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences supports a number of global partnerships and programs that benefit our students—including study abroad experiences, international exchanges and a dual diploma program.
Online Learning: The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences offers a variety of online learning opportunities.
Student Clubs and Organizations: Engineering clubs focus on many different facets of the engineering field and allow students to gain hands on experience of the material they learn in the classroom.
Resources for Professionalism: Find resources for professionalism, online course offerings, professional development opportunities and more.
Resources for Entrepreneurs and Intrapreneurs: Looking to start a business? We've got the resources and connections to make your vision a reality.
Professional Engineering (PE) Licensure: Learn how you can obtain your PE license. A PE license is needed to perform engineering services for the public, and equips you with a state-authorized engineering seal that can be applied to engineering work.
Career Resources: UB's Career Services, SEAS and The Graduate School offer a wealth of information for students, employers, alumni, faculty and staff, and families.
Continuing your Education: Find resources for professionalism, online course offerings, professional development opportunities and more.

Cost of Living

Cost of living: At the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, we want you to go deep into your field, not into debt. Our tuition is extremely competitive with other public engineering research universities in the United States, and Payscale says the cost of living in Buffalo is 2% lower than the national average.

Tuition fees

Our school provides more than $600,000 in undergraduate scholarships and extensive financial resources to obtain graduate funding and scholarships for enrolled students at the University at Buffalo. As a UB student, you'll enjoy the financial advantages of studying at New York State's flagship public university.

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

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Employability

We give SEAS students every opportunity to pair their field knowledge with industry insight and "soft skills" that employers demand. Undergraduate and graduate students can leverage the Career Design Center for advisement, skill shops and upcoming fairs, explore market statistics and job simulations, and enhance their leadership ability through professional development micro-credentials coursework.