Transfer Admissions Criteria

The University at Buffalo welcomes international transfer students who are prepared to meet the rigorous academic demands of a flagship university.

What is required for transfer admission?

While transfer admission is based primarily on your college/university grades, we are looking for students who excel academically, engage in extracurricular activities and who maintain a good school-life balance.

What do admissions counselors consider?

Academics English Language Standardized Tests Optional Criteria

Personal Essay

Optional for transfer applicants.

Recommendations

Optional for transfer applicants.

Transfer Applicant Documents Checklist

You will upload these documents electronically to your Applicant Status Portal. Please do not send documents through the mail. Please note: Any document not written in English must be accompanied by an English translation.

We encourage you to collect and scan all the necessary documents as early in the application process as possible, even before you apply.

  • Copies of your transcripts from every college and university that you have ever attended; this includes marksheets for all semesters.
  • English Language Proficiency test scores
  • Supplemental requirements for special majors (if applicable)