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University Fee (Graduate Application)
An application for acceptance into a graduate program leading to a master's, doctoral or equivalent.
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Policy
The Financial Management of University Fees Policy provides guidelines for the financial management of university fees to support:
- Accurate cost calculations.
- Consistent operational practices to document revenue, costs and fee rates.
- Compliance with SUNY and university policies.
- Adequate internal controls.
Fee Approval
New graduate application fees must be approved by:
- Financial Management
- Department Head or Chair
- Unit Business Officer (UBO)
To request a new graduate application fee or a modification to an existing deposit, email the Cost Account Team.
Revenue Collection
An Income Fund Reimbursable (IFR) account(s) should be established to record graduate application fee revenue.
| Account Type | Payment Method | |
|---|---|---|
| State | IFR | Slate |
A unique GL Code is required for each graduate application fee. The name of the program application in Slate and the GL code should match the name of the approved fee.
Contact an Expert
Ashley Butcher
Cost Accounting and Financial Reporting
Financial Management
Phone: 716-645-1521
Email: ambutche@buffalo.edu
Carrie Hutchins
IFR, Revenue Accounting and Treasury Management
Financial Management
Phone: 716-645-2640
Email: chutchin@buffalo.edu
Sean Wong
Cost Accounting and Financial Reporting
Financial Management
Phone: 716-645-2658
Email: seanyunc@buffalo.edu