2024 Best Colleges for Philosophy in the Buffalo Area

• Buffalo, NY•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.64 out of 5  3,081 reviews

Alum: Overall pretty satisfied with my undergraduate experience, but SUNY Buffalo is definitely a school that might not appeal to everybody. If you're a fan of big schools like myself, then it's great; plenty of campus activities and sports, absolutely amazing food choices (the dorm even has a grocery store), different campuses with different vibes for different people, and so many groups of people from all different walks of life. However, it's definitely huge party school (a pro and a con), and there's some safety issues outside of South campus to be aware of. Likewise, due to the massive class size, it's essential to be self-reliant/driven in your studies, and I could definitely see the 500 person lecture halls and greater difficulty connecting with professors turning-off people from UB. Parts of North campus itself does look a bit visually unappealing, and parking is a constant issue among students as well. However, if you're looking for a city within a school feel, UB is the way to go!... Read 3,081 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 70%

• Net price $17,954

• SAT range 1180-1360

• Buffalo, NY•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.48 out of 5  1,511 reviews

Senior: As a freshman coming into Buffalo State during the time of COVID, I will definitely say that my experience with Buffalo State has been interesting. I have definitely built a community with students that look like me and have similar ways of doing things. Being an education major I have learned that my professors support me to become the best student/teacher that I can possibly be. If you want to become a teacher, Buffalo State University has a great teaching program and gives you amazing hands-on experiences.... Read 1,511 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 85%

• Net price $9,998

• SAT range 930-1160

• Niagara University, NY•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.66 out of 5  582 reviews

Freshman: NU is amazing, the staff are wonderful and helpful and the university is so clean and well maintained. I get so happy everytime I go there. The education curriculum is easy to grasp and so far, all of my experiences with NU have been absolutely amazing. I feel like we are all a family there, everyone is kind to each other and NU is not just a university, but it's like a little community that respects and understands each other. Overall, I can say without absolutely any hesitation that the environment, people, and curriculum of Niagara University are a 10 out of 10 for me!... Read 582 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 92%

• Net price $18,118

• SAT range 1050-1220

• Buffalo, NY•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  778 reviews

Alum: Canisius was great for the most part! I would say I had a great experience there, but it is a very average school. Your experience really is what you make of it. If you want to get involved and do things, you're going to have a great time. If you don't get out there, it's going to be very boring. Thankfully, there is lots of opportunity. The class offerings are pretty run of the mill. I enjoyed mine a lot, but there wasn't anything super cutting edge or unique. There is a lot of opportunity to travel through clubs, sports, volunteering, and study abroad options. There is always free stuff on campus which is awesome. The food is subpar, but has gotten a LOT better since my first year. The diversity is getting better, but isn't great. The alumni network is strong and Canisius really tries to take care of its people. The dorms are AMAZING in comparison to some of my friends at schools for 100k/yr. Parties are meh. Safety is alright. It's an urban campus and I never felt unsafe.... Read 778 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 81%

• Net price $18,486

• SAT range 1050-1250

• Buffalo, NY•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  438 reviews

Senior: D'Youville University is an incredible place. This is my last year on campus and seeing all of the growth and progress over my five years has been amazing. The study spaces have been completely transformed and there is always something to do. If you're thinking about coming here just do it! You won't regret it and you'll have the time of your life. There are some people that find things to complain about all the time but that's typical. I'm so proud to be a Saint and I'm so sad that I graduate this year year. The friends I have made are incredible and will be a part of me for life. Insider tip: Don't try to get Starbucks during Red Time or you'll be waiting forever. Hit up one of the Keurigs in KAB instead. It's free and the fridges usually have flavors and creamers in them.... Read 438 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 92%

• Net price $22,541

• SAT range 1030-1190