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

Fall 2025:
  • Sunday, August 17: Recommended latest arrival date
  • International Student Welcome is August 18-22.
    • Details coming soon on UBLinked

When Should I Arrive?

New and transfer graduate international students should arrive by Sunday, August 17.

What to do if you can't arrive in Buffalo by the first day of class.

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
    3/31/25
    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
    5/19/25
    Have questions? Get answers live! Join us to learn and prepare for your start at UB.
  • International Student Welcome
    5/1/25
    International Student Welcome features programs specifically for new F-1/J-1 international students to support a successful start at UB.
  • Post-Arrival Tasks
    3/6/25
    There is a lot you can do to get ready before the academic semester starts. 
  • Arriving Late
    3/31/25
    All new international students have regulatory arrival deadlines. Late arrival requires prior approval.