Graduate Students

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Welcome graduate students! We're here to help guide you in getting started at UB.

International Student Welcome

Are You Ready?

Pre-Arrival Live Events

Attend our virtual Pre-Arrival Information Live Events!

This series of live events will help you successfully prepare to arrive, live and study at UB. Session recordings are posted on the series' page for your convenience.

Important Dates

Spring 2025:
  • Wednesday, January 15: Recommended latest arrival date
  • International Student Welcome is January 16-17.
    • Details coming soon on UBLinked

When Should I Arrive?

New and transfer graduate international students should arrive by Wednesday, January 15.

ISS Check-in Required

If you arrive late, you still must complete your International Student Check-in. Don't forget to upload your I-94!

  • Pre-Arrival Tasks
    6/26/24
    Are you ready to begin your studies? There are many tasks that you can complete before arriving in the U.S.
  • Pre-Arrival Live Events
    10/30/24
    Have questions? Get answers live! Join us to learn and prepare for your start at UB.
  • International Student Welcome
    9/19/24
    International Student Welcome features programs specifically for new F-1/J-1 international students to support a successful start at UB.
  • Post-Arrival Tasks
    12/11/23
    There is a lot you can do to get ready before the academic semester starts. 
  • Arriving Late
    9/19/24
    All new international students have regulatory arrival deadlines. Late arrival requires prior approval.