New to UB

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Welcome to the University at Buffalo. Here, you’ll find all the information you need to get started.

First-Year and Transfer Students

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First-year and transfer students must complete a set of steps, including participating in an orientation program, to get started at UB.

Learn more about what to expect as a first-year or transfer student

International and Graduate Students

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International and graduate students complete a set of steps to get started at UB.

Learn more about what to expect as an international or graduate student

Need Help?

Helping new students transition to life at UB:

Orientation, Transition and Parent Programs

Student Life

University at Buffalo
112 Student Union, North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260

Phone: (716) 645-6125 or (877) 434-0665

Making UB feel like home as an international student:

International Student Services (ISS)

University at Buffalo
210 Talbert Hall, North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260-1604

Phone: (716) 645-2258; Fax: (716) 645-6197