Buffalo, NY

At Houghton's Buffalo location, you will find:

Debt-Free Education

Houghton will coordinate all your financial aid. This includes all state and federal financial aid (TAP, PELL, SAY YES) as well as scholarships. This has allowed many Buffalo students to graduate with their associate degree debt-free. All the students from the Class of 2022, that took courses at Buffalo, graduated debt-free!

Transferable Credits

Your courses fulfill general education requirements that can be transferred to four-year colleges or universities for a bachelor’s degree. Qualified students may earn a bachelor's degree from Houghton by completing coursework in Buffalo and online. An agreement with Buffalo State College allows students to transfer seamlessly into more than 170 programs.

Personalized Support

Take advantage of daily on-site tutoring from local tutors and faculty who understand the community. This in addition to small class sizes, provides you with the support you need to succeed. Textbooks, laptop, and a monthly bus pass are also provided at no additional cost.

Associate Programs

Degrees are conferred from Houghton University in Houghton, NY. Most coursework will be completed at the Buffalo extension site located in the King Urban Life Center. Students’ required capstone course will be held on the Houghton, NY campus and emphasize the learning outcomes for the entire program.

Hybrid Bachelor Programs

Degrees are conferred from Houghton University in Houghton, NY. Most coursework will be completed at the Buffalo extension site located in the King Urban Life Center. Students’ required capstone course will be held on the Houghton, NY campus and emphasize the learning outcomes for the entire program.

looking up at the King Urban Life Center

Community

Receive a spiritually-rooted college education with a focus on the rich tradition of African American moral and intellectual engagement. Be empowered to use your voice as an ethical leader through an educational experience that is rooted in Black community.

This community is also convenient. Located on a main bus line, enjoy free transportation by showing your prepaid bus pass.

King Urban Life Center
938 Genesee St
Buffalo, NY 14211

716.352.5615

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Average Class Size

13 Students

Expert Faculty

90% come from the local Buffalo community

Fully Accredited

Houghton University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).

Cost and Affordability

Houghton will coordinate TAP, Pell, Say Yes, and all available scholarships to help you cover the cost of university. The tuition and fees are set to enable all students, regardless of economic background, to pursue Christian university education. 

Full-Time Students

$6,300/semester tuition includes:

  • 3-4 courses (Up to 12 credit hours) 
  • Books 
  • Laptop 
  • Monthly Bus Pass 
  • Full academic support 
  • No additional fees

Part-Time Students

$2,700/semester tuition includes: 

  • 2 courses (6 credit hours) 
  • Books 
  • Full academic support
  • No additional fees
2023-24 Academic Year

This is the Houghton University price for those taking coursework in Buffalo, but most families do not pay this much. The aid options below may further reduce the cost of tuition.


Actual Cost

After applying all of these financial aid options, you are left with what you will actually pay out of pocket. This information will be highlighted for you in your financial aid offer letter.

Houghton University does not discriminate based on race, color, gender or national and ethnic origin in admission, financial aid or administration of any educational program.