Funding Your Degree
Matthew Silver, BS ’13, MS ’14
Invest in your most valuable asset—yourself.
While UB's tuition is already competitive, a limited number of scholarships, fellowships and assistantships are available for outstanding, highly motivated students. All awards are merit-based and may be funded for full or partial tuition.
Tuition and Fees
| Component | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Science tuition 1 | $5,655 | $5,655 |
| University fees 2 | $1,609.86 | $1,609.86 |
| Medical Activity Fee 2 | $200 | N/A |
| Professional Development Career Services fee 3 | $389 | $389 |
| Total semester costs | $7,853.86 | $7,653.86 |
Estimated total cost of the program for NYS residents: $15,507.72
1 All tuition and fees are subject to change at the discretion of the university. Tuition information was published in July 2024 and reflects SUNY-approved rates for the fall 2024 semester.
2 More information on university fees can be found on the Student Accounts website.
3 Professional Development Career Services fee
In accordance with SUNY policy, the University at Buffalo will verify initial residency status during the admissions process. Please note, newly admitted students claiming permanent domicile in New York State for 12 months or more at time of application will be asked to provide three supporting documents to verify residency, prior to initial enrollment. If you receive an admission offer, you will be contacted to provide this verification documentation. Please refer to the UB Graduate School's Verifying New York State Residency webpage for more information and acceptable forms of documentation.
| Component | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Science tuition 1 | $12,495 | $12,495 |
| University fees 2 | $1,609.86 | $1,609.86 |
| Medical Activity Fee 2 | $200 | N/A |
| International Student Fee 2 | $100 | $100 |
| Professional Development Career Services fee 3 | $389 | $389 |
| Total semester costs | $14,793.86 | $14,593.86 |
Estimated total cost of the program for non-residents: $29,387.72
1 All tuition and fees are subject to change at the discretion of the university. Tuition information was published in July 2024 and reflects SUNY-approved rates for the fall 2024 semester.
2 More information on university fees can be found on the Student Accounts website.
3 Professional Development Career Services fee
International students should also reference the UB financial form.
Scholarships and Fellowships
In addition to those listed below, there are numerous other scholarships and fellowships available for highly qualified graduate students. Visit The Graduate School's website for more information.
- Accounting and Law Scholarship, a merit-based scholarship for highly qualified UB accounting undergraduate students to pursue the School of Management’s MS in Accounting degree.
- Gloria and Oscar Goldstein Memorial Fellowship, for School of Management MS Accounting students who have financial need and graduated from a public high school in New York City. Preference goes to students from households with one or no parents.
- Judith and Allan Felong Trinkwald Endowed Fellowship, a competitive fellowship for a School of Management MS Accounting student based on merit and financial need.
- Keith M. Stolzenburg Fellowship, for a School of Management MS Accounting student who is in good academic standing with a GPA in the top half of their class and understands the importance of giving back to the community, with demonstrated participation in a significant community service effort. The recipient must display high ethical standards, integrity and leadership.
- Victor and Joan Brown MS Accounting Fellowship, for School of Management MS Accounting students who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need, and intend to work in or for the benefit of the United States.
- Kathleen M. Hamm, BS ’85, Accounting Fellowship, for a School of Management MS Accounting student who is a member of a historically underrepresented community or marginalized group within the accounting profession, including women. Preference goes to students who are the first generation in their family to attend college, as well as students who demonstrate interest or focus their work on emerging technology and data analytics in accounting.
- KPMG Accounting Excellence Fellowship, for School of Management MS Accounting students who are in good academic standing and demonstrate financial need and an interest in public accounting. Preference goes to minority students or students from underrepresented communities.
- Accounting Advisory Council Fellowship, for School of Management MS Accounting students who demonstrate financial need and are in good academic standing. Strong consideration will be given to minority students and students from underrepresented communities.
- Paul W. Sweet Memorial Health Care Finance Student Financial Assistance Fund, for a School of Management graduate student, with preference to those studying or working in health care or finance and actively planning to work toward their CPA.
- The Graduate Opportunity Program provides tuition assistance to EOP, HEOP and SEEK graduates who are undertaking graduate study at participating SUNY institutions. More information can be found on our website.
Assistantships
Graduate student, teaching and research assistantships are offered each year in a competitive process to a select number of qualified full-time students. Students assist with school or university administration, teach or undertake research with faculty members. Although responsibilities vary by assignment, assistants generally work 20 hours per week. Graduate and teaching assistants receive a stipend plus a tuition scholarship.
Opportunities for Graduate Funding
There are many university, national and international-level awards available to fund your education. Visit the Understanding the Funding Process webpage, which provides information on admissions and funding decisions, funding packages and opportunities for funding.
Visit the Office of Financial Aid for details and information on UB financial aid programs.
Third-Party Financing
The University at Buffalo works diligently to ensure that its officers, employees and agents avoid conflicts of interest in connection with their responsibilities relating to providing and administering student loans for our students. These links are provided for informational purposes only and do not imply any endorsement.
Visit the Office of Financial Aid for alternative and private loan options.
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