How to Apply 1 Complete Application Online Application Please follow the prompts for First Time or Returning users. Please note: You can save your work and complete the application later, if needed. Applications will not be processed until payment is received. Non-Degree Seeking Application 2 Submit Application Fee A $65 non-refundable application fee is required for all SUNY Buffalo State graduate studies applicants. Application Fee ExceptionsActive Buffalo State graduate students seeking to change their majorsActive-duty military, veterans, and their spouses may send a copy of their DD214 (military discharge), military ID, or military spouse ID to graduateadmissions@buffalostate.edu to request a fee waiver.EOP, HEOP, SEEK, McNair Scholars, or CSTEP participants. Verification of eligibility required. 3 Submit Program-Specific Materials (If Required) Some programs require additional documents (e.g., statement of intent, letters of recommendation, test scores) and/or supplemental application materials. It is the applicant’s responsibility to review the individual program admissions requirements before applying to determine if additional materials are required.Check the graduate program list for specific admission requirements.Graduate ProgramsYou may upload these materials through the online application. Some programs require the submission of separate documents which can be provided electronically, mailed to Moot Hall 110, or emailed to graduateadmissions@buffalostate.edu. 4 Send Official Transcripts Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be submitted. Physical (paper) transcripts must be received in unopened, sealed envelopes and sent directly to 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Moot Hall 110, Buffalo, NY 14222 or to the applicant.Electronic transcripts must be sent directly to graduateadmissions@buffalostate.edu. Electronic copies sent from the applicant will not be accepted.Transcript Exceptions Buffalo State students are not required to submit transcripts. However, transcripts from all institutions attended must be provided, even if sent at the time of a previous application.Conditional admission may be granted to applicants whose baccalaureate or master's degree have not been conferred or whose grades for the current term have not yet closed at the time of application.Upon confirmation of degree, applicants must send a final official transcript showing the awarding of the degree. Failure to meet this requirement constitutes grounds for a rescission of acceptance and cancellation of course enrollment. 5 Check Your Application Status After submission of your application, you will be provided with log in information to access the status portal.Status Portal Admission Requirements 1 A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (4.0 scale). 2 Entrance exams, if required Some Buffalo State departments require entrance tests such as the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or other materials for admission.These specific program requirements appear in the Graduate Catalog. Dates and Deadlines SUNY Buffalo State University accepts and reviews applications on a rolling basis. The programs listed below have specific enrollment deadlines. Buffalo State Graduate School program-specific application deadlines Program Spring Summer Fall Art Conservation N/A N/A 1/7 Art Education, K-12 (Master's) Rolling Rolling Rolling Art Education, PK-12 (initial teaching certificate) 10/1 N/A 4/1 Childhood Education Initial Teaching Certification (Grades 1-6) 11/1* 4/1* 7/1* Childhood & Early Childhood, Curriculum & Instruction 11/1* 4/1* 7/1* Creativity & Change Leadership (Certificate) Rolling 4/1* Rolling Educational Leadership (School Building or School Building/District) 1/1* 5/1* 8/1* Forensic Science N/A N/A 7/1 Higher Education & Student Affairs Administration Rolling Rolling 1/15* History 11/1 N/A 4/1 Literacy Specialist, B-12 11/1* 3/1* 5/1* Music Education (completed apps will be reviewed starting 1/1) N/A 4/1 N/A Social Studies Education (Master's or initial teaching certificate) 11/1 N/A 4/1 Speech-Language Pathology** N/A N/A 1/15 Teacher Leader 11/1* 5/1* 8/1* [ Note About Applications ] Submitted materials are the property of the Graduate Studies Office. * Applications submitted after the published deadline will be reviewed based on available space. **Speech-Language Pathology applicants should check with the department regarding any CSDCAS application materials and/or deadline. Graduate Studies Linkedin YouTube For Prospective Graduate Students Graduate AdmissionsBuffalo State University 1300 Elmwood AvenueMoot Hall 110Buffalo, NY 14222 Email: graduateadmissions@buffalostate.edu Phone: (716) 878-4017Office hoursMonday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. For Current Graduate Students Graduate Studies OfficeBuffalo State University 1300 Elmwood AvenueCleveland Hall 204Buffalo, NY 14222 Email: gradoffc@buffalostate.eduPhone: (716) 878-5602Fax: (716) 878-5630Office hoursMonday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.For Faculty