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- School Code: 284200
- Phone: (585) 395-2361
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
67.01%FINANCIAL AID RATE
93%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,307Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Physical Education Degree
The physical education program at SUNY College at Buffalo prepares students for careers teaching physical education in elementary, middle, or secondary school. The program focuses on planning and implementing a variety of developmentally appropriate instructional strategies to develop physically educated individuals, based on state and national standards. Program courses include: personal health and wellness, foundation of movement and motor activities, biology, prevention and care of athletic injuries, and individual and team sports skills. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer physical education degrees.
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SUNY College at Buffalo
Also known as Buffalo State
350 New Campus Dr, Brockport, NY
SUNY College at Buffalo is a public institution located in Buffalo, NY and provides a large number of program options for students. Enrollment at SUNY College at Buffalo exceeds twelve thousand per year.
Areas of study available at SUNY College at Buffalo include but are not limited to:
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Security And Protective Services
- Education
- Communications And Journalism
Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Most students accepted to SUNY College at Buffalo score in-between 860 to 1090 on the SAT exam. This school has an admissions rate of 44% of which only 28% chose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at buffalostate.edu.
The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $7,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $17,000 annually. Housing is available for students and costs around $6,600 annually. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Athletic programs are available at SUNY College at Buffalo through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study offered, and more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.buffalostate.edu.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Physical Education program at SUNY College at Buffalo, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Education Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.1% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Rochester, NY
- Total Employment: 110
- Average Annual Salary: $64540
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Description
Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Rochester, NY
- Total Employment: 2
- Average Annual Salary: $59660
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Description
Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Rochester, NY
- Total Employment: 6
- Average Annual Salary: $58910
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students Buffalo State accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, SUNY College at Buffalo may provide services to students like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
SUNY College at Buffalo is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (State University of New York Ath Conf)
- Track and Field (State University of New York Ath Conf)
- Football (Empire Eight)
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Volleyball