FALL OPEN HOUSE
Join us for a Signature UB Experience | October 24
UB’s Fall Open House is your chance to explore the vibrant campus life of a top 40 public university!
At Fall Open House, you’ll tour our campuses, experience campus living and dining, learn about your academic options and connect with faculty, staff and current students. Discover UB’s diverse academic options, learn about our holistic application and admissions process and explore ways to finance your education as you prepare to apply.
REGISTER TODAY:
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Getting to UB
Coordinates: 42.953, - 78.818
Street address: Main St and Kenmore Ave, Buffalo, NY 14214
(Note: This is not a mailing address.)
Exit the airport following the signs leading to Route 33 West toward Buffalo. Route 33 (Kensington Expressway) begins at the West Gate of the Buffalo Niagara Airport. Take Route 33 West to the I-90 East. Then take I-290 West to Exit 7A, Main Street West (Route 5). Proceed about 3 miles to Bailey Avenue (Route 62). Turn left onto Bailey, then right on Michael Road into UB.
Take I-90 East toward Erie, Pa. Follow I-90 through Pennsylvania. Continue on I-90 East in New York (portions are a toll road) to I-290 West. Proceed west on I-290 to Exit 7A, Main Street West (Route 5). Travel west about 3 miles on Main Street to Bailey Avenue (Route 62). Turn left onto Bailey, then right on Michael Road into UB.
Take I-90 West (portions are toll road) to I-290 West. Go west on I-290 to Exit 7A, Main Street West (Route 5). Proceed about 3 miles to Bailey Avenue (Route 62). Turn left onto Bailey, then right on Michael Road into UB.
Take I-579 northwest to I-279. Go northwest on I-279 to I-79 North. Continue on I-79 North to I-90. Take I-90 East to New York and continue on I-90 (portions are toll road) to I-290. Go west on I-290 to Exit 7A, Main Street West (Route 5). Proceed about 3 miles to Bailey Avenue (Route 62). Turn left onto Bailey, then right on Michael Road into UB.
Take the QEW south to St. Catharines. Follow Highway 405 to the Queenston-Lewiston Bridge and continue east over the bridge (toll) into New York state. Once in New York, you are on the I-190. Stay on the I-190, through Grand Island, until you get to the I-290. Take the I-290 East exit. Stay on the I-290 and take Exit 5A (Millersport Highway, Route 263) South. Continue on Millersport Highway to Bailey Avenue (Route 62). Angle left onto Bailey, and turn right on Michael Road into UB.
Did you know? You can use NFTA Metro light rail system to travel between the South and Downtown Campus.
Printable Maps (PDF)
There's so much to discover during Fall Open House! See a sampling of events and activities below:
- Academic Experience with your Major of Interest
- Tours of North and South Campus
- Residence Hall Experience with Campus Living
- Admissions and Financial Aid Presentations
- Academic and Student Support Tabling Fair
- Student Life Experience
Catch the UB Bulls in Action
Kickoff Time TBA | Broadview Stadium
Keep your open house experience going at Broadview Stadium with a football game. Watch the UB Bulls take on the Bowling Green Falcons in an NCAA Division I Mid-American Conference (MAC) matchup.
Register for Fall Open House and receive a link to claim up to four free tickets. Additional tickets are available at a discounted rate of $15 each.
Open House Virtual Events
To help you prepare for your visit, we’re also offering a full lineup of Open House Virtual Sessions. These sessions cover everything from academics and campus life to admissions and financial aid. Attend any that interest you—joining virtually beforehand will give you more time to explore campus during Open House.
Enjoy our award-winning dining services! Pick up your meal voucher(s) at check-in or an information booth and experience UB's dining options at the following locations:
Little Blue Food Truck
Located outside of the Student Union
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Capen Café
Grab a quick breakfast, light lunch or snack in Capen Hall. Find coffee, juices, and sodas, in addition to grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, croissants and cookies.
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
One World Café
An international eatery located in the center of campus between Capen and Norton Halls.
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Union Marketplace Eatery
In the heart of the Student Union, this venue features five restaurants offering a variety of foods, so you have options for whatever you're craving!
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Accessing Your Digital Agenda
After you register, you’ll receive a personalized link to your digital agenda by email. Each agenda link is unique, allowing you to customize your Fall Open House experience. Once you receive it, we encourage you to explore and plan ahead to make the most of your time at UB.
Creating Your Customized Schedule
The digital agenda is a great tool for building your Fall Open House schedule before ever stepping foot on campus. Pick and choose events that interest you for a completely customized experience.
- Save events you want to attend on the day of the event, so you have a ready-to-go guide when you arrive to UB.
- View event descriptions of what you can expect to learn and experience.
Check-in
Your digital agenda will automatically update during Fall Open House so you can check in online. When you arrive to campus, open the digital agenda and follow the steps to check in. Speak with a UB team member or locate a help desk if you need assistance checking in or navigating to your first experience.