As a student at Buffalo State University, you will need to sign-in to several online systems like email, the Bengal Success Portal, Brightspace and Degree Works. The New Student Login Orientation video below walks you through setting up your "Network password," the general login you'll use to sign-in to these systems. The Attachments section on the right also has two companion guides that you can download.
Account summary
► Banner | Course registration (created soon after applying)
► Bengal Success Portal | Communication portal for students, faculty, advisers, and support staff (created soon after tuition deposit is paid/waived)
► Brightspace | Learning management system (created soon after registering)
► Campus Network | Campus computers/wireless network (created soon after being accepted)
► Degree Works | Degree audit system (transfers: created soon after evaluation is completed; first year: created soon after registering)
► Email Access | Campus email account (created soon after tuition deposit is paid/waived)
Let's get started!
To get started, follow the links below for information on setting up your accounts:
► Login to Banner
► Reset your Banner PIN
► Look up your network username
► Set up your network password
► Access your email (Outlook/M365)
Technology Guide for Students
For additional information on campus technology - including WiFi help, information on cloud storage and software available for personal use - check out our Technology Guide for Students.
Request assistance
If you need assistance accessing your accounts, please call the IT Help Desk at (716) 878-4357 or open a Login Assistance ticket.