Fixed Admission Rule Temporary Pause
On September 14, 2026, a U.S. District Court Judge issued a preliminary injunction on the published rule Establishing a Fixed Time Period of Admission and an Extension of Stay Procedure for F and J students. This order temporarily pauses the implementation of the rule until the court issues a further decision. The visa status of F&J visa-holders remains unchanged. ISS is closely monitoring this situation and will provide more information and guidance as it becomes available.
J-1 Exchange and SIM Program Students
Learn more about UB's welcome for J-1 graduate and undergradaute exchange student and SIM Program students new to UB's campus.
Connect, explore, and get involved from day one. Our in-person welcome programs build on UB’s online pre-arrival sessions, helping new international students connect with peers, explore campus, access resources, and feel at home at UB.
Details coming soon!
Spring 2027 International Student Welcome
Our in-person welcome programs build on the information and connections introduced through UB’s online pre-arrival information sessions. These programs provide incoming international graduate students with opportunities to connect with peers, explore campus, access resources, and begin building a strong sense of belonging at the University at Buffalo
Join the Spring International Student Welcome Group in UBLinked to RSVP for the in-person ISW programs!
To RSVP for any of the Spring 2027 International Student Welcome programs, events, or activities, you must first join the Spring International Student Welcome group in UBLinked.
| Event | Time | Location | Let us know you are attending |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecting with your International Peers | TBD | CFA Atrium | Coming soon! |
| ISW Vendor and Resource Fair | TBD | CFA Atrium | Coming soon! |
| North Campus Tours | TBD | CFA Atrium | Coming soon! |
| ISW Welcome Ceremony | TBD | CFA Screening Room | Coming soon! |
| ISW Welcome Party | TBD | CFA Atrium | Coming soon! |
Need Directions?
UB's Campus Map will help you find your way around North Campus.
ISW Community Connections Program
The ISW Community Connections program introduces new and transfer international students to sites and activities in Western New York.
Details coming soon!
The ISW Fee (listed on your student account as “International Student ISS Fall Orientation – Full Program”) is a one-time charge of $125 for all new F-1 graduate students and SIM international students. (J-1 Exchange students will not see this fee added to their student account.)
This fee supports International Student Welcome programs, activities, sessions, and materials. It will appear on your student account in the second or third billing cycle.
Please note: The ISW fee is charged to all new international students, whether or not you attend ISW events, activities, sessions, or receive welcome items.