New to UB

new u b students at orientation.

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

First-Year and Transfer Students

students getting lunch during a program at u b.

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

a new u b student learning from a current student.

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

Review our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

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