New to UB
- First-Year and Transfer Students
  New to UB programs will introduce you to life on campus and prepare you for a successful start at UB.
- Graduate Students
  Complete a set of steps to get started as an international or graduate student at UB.
  - Graduate Students Overview
- Meet the Staff
  See who can answer your questions and help ensure a smooth transition to life at UB.
  - Meet the Staff Overview
- New to UB orientation programs will introduce you to life as a UB student and prepare you for a successful start here.
  Learn about orientation>
Life on Campus
- Living and Dining
  Find the answers you need about where to live, eat and shop on campus.
  - Living and Dining Overview
- Health and Wellness
  Learn how to get medical care, improve your wellness and make healthy choices.
- Community and Safety
  Understand your responsibilities as a UB student, and see how you can make safer choices.
- Clubs, Activities and Events
  Get involved to make more friends, learn more skills and have more fun.
Skills for Success
- Life Skills
  Gain valuable skills that can help you in your career and all aspects of your life.
- Interpersonal Relationships
  Discover how you can build stronger relationships at UB and throughout your life.
  - Interpersonal Relationships Overview
  - Relationships and Getting Along With Others
- Career Exploration
  Use the Career Design Center and Here to Career resources to get connected and take the next steps.
  - Career Exploration Overview
Help/Support
- Who Can Help Me?
  Find helpful people and resources throughout the university.
- Emergency and Crisis
  Call (716) 645-2222 or use any blue light emergency phone on campus; off-campus call 911.
- Not sure where to start? See a directory of on-campus resources.
  View campus resources>

About

First-Year and Transfer Students

new u b students gathered in a circle outside at orientation.

new u b students gathered in a circle outside at orientation.

New to UB orientation programs will introduce you to life as a UB student and prepare you for a successful start.

First-Year and Transfer Students

New students are required to complete the orientation process, detailed in the steps below.

Step 1: Complete the Orientation Data Form
4/28/23
Start by filling out the Orientation Data Form to provide key information to UB.
Step 2: Submit Immunization Records
4/28/23
Proof of immunization is required for all new students.
Step 3: Register for Classes
5/4/23
Once you have completed Steps 1 and 2, academic advisors will help you register for classes.
Step 4: Participate in Orientation
2/25/23
Orientation sets you up for a successful start at UB through a series of required and optional experiences.
Step 5: Attend Welcome Weekend
5/12/23
Welcome Weekend prepares you for the start of classes through a semi-structured on-campus experience.
Step 6: Learn about Year One
10/13/22
Year One supports you through your start at UB with programs, resources and guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
3/27/23
Answering your questions from the start.
New Student Checklist
5/17/23
Stay on track with the tasks associated with your start at UB.

About New to UB

All new students participate in each New to UB program to ensure a strong start at UB.

New to UB includes:

Beginning in April, follow the steps on this page.

Starting in Spring 2024?
Check back in October for more information and then take action on these steps beginning in November.

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).