Curriculum and Instruction at SUNY Buffalo State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How SUNY Buffalo State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
SUNY Buffalo State University graduates earn $43k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all curriculum and instruction masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUNY Buffalo State University | $42,964 | $46,223 | — | — |
| Teachers College at Columbia University | $81,435 | $78,891 | — | — |
| University at Albany | $64,591 | $59,758 | — | — |
| The College of Saint Rose | $56,258 | $56,082 | — | — |
| SUNY Brockport | $51,437 | $50,695 | — | — |
| SUNY at Fredonia | $49,807 | $52,717 | — | — |
| National Median | $55,185 | — | — | — |
Other Curriculum and Instruction Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teachers College at Columbia University New York | — | $81,435 | — |
| University at Albany Albany | $10,408 | $64,591 | — |
| The College of Saint Rose Albany | $37,452 | $56,258 | — |
| SUNY Brockport Brockport | $8,678 | $51,437 | — |
| SUNY at Fredonia Fredonia | $8,771 | $49,807 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At SUNY Buffalo State University, approximately 53% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.