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Scholarly Communities

Find yourself in the company of academic rock stars.

Our most academically talented students can join our scholarly living-learning communities, where individualized advisement, social activities and opportunities for collaborative research are just a few of the benefits. If you are invited to join one of these programs, you’ll find yourself in a true community of scholars who are as engaged in their studies as you are.

  • University Honors College
    11/21/25
    Discover the University Honors College at UB—a diverse, inclusive community where high-achieving students fuel their intellectual curiosity, lead through civic engagement and take ownership of their education.
  • Daniel Acker Scholars Program
    11/21/25
    The Daniel Acker Scholars Program is a unique, individualized learning community of academically talented and diverse students who have strong commitment to social justice, leadership and community service. Here, students find a robust culture of acceptance and inclusion, where scholars are encouraged to embrace all aspects of their social identities on the path to becoming well-rounded people.
  • Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
    11/21/25
    The Arthur O. Eve Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) provides access to higher education and a means of academic support for eligible students who have not yet reached their academic potential due to educational and economic barriers.
  • UB TrACE
    8/4/25
    The University at Buffalo TrACE program provides eligible transfer students with support to finish their degree on time, including a Cost of Attendance Award and a Textbook Stipend, comprehensive personalized advisement, academic support and career development.