International applicants · 2026–27
SUNY Buffalo State: what international applicants need
Requirements for the 2026–27 season, updated September 25, 2026.
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The questions international applicants ask
What are SUNY Buffalo State's application deadlines for 2026–27?
SUNY Buffalo State admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.
Does SUNY Buffalo State require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?
No. SUNY Buffalo State is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.
- This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
How much is SUNY Buffalo State's application fee for international students?
SUNY Buffalo State's application fee is $50 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.
Does SUNY Buffalo State accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?
Yes. SUNY Buffalo State accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.
- Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.
Which English tests does SUNY Buffalo State accept?
SUNY Buffalo State lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, PTE Academic, and Cambridge English as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.
- Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.
Does SUNY Buffalo State accept the Duolingo English Test?
Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests SUNY Buffalo State accepts for 2026–27.
How many recommendation letters does SUNY Buffalo State require?
SUNY Buffalo State doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.
- Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
- Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.
Does SUNY Buffalo State require the Common App personal essay?
Yes. SUNY Buffalo State requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.
Every requirement, in one place
Deadlines
- Rolling admission: apply as early as you can.
- Application fee
- $50International applicantsUS applicants: $50
- Common App fee waiver
- Accepted
- SAT / ACT
- OptionalThis is the policy for American applicants. It can differ for international students: check the testing page.
- English proficiency tests accepted
- Cambridge, Duolingo, IELTS, PTE, TOEFL
- Letters and school reports
- No recommendation letters required
- Also required
- Common App personal essay