Parents and Family

The Honors College can give your student a personalized, distinguished college experience within UB—New York’s flagship university and one of the top public universities in the United States.

See How the Honors College Helps Bright Students Thrive

  • Why Choose Honors
    3/5/26
    The Honors College is a community filled with opportunities. Think of it as a force multiplier—a way for you to get even more out of your college experience, starting on your very first day here.
  • Exceptional Student Outcomes
    1/17/24
    The University Honors College continues to attract the best and brightest students to UB, with exclusive opportunities and exceptional outcomes. 
  • Funding & Aid for Prospective Students
    11/5/25
    The University at Buffalo offers the most valuable merit scholarships in the SUNY system. Honors students may be eligible for a variety of exclusive and campus-wide other funding opportunities.
  • Program Requirements
    8/14/25
    Throughout your time in Honors, you will be encouraged to engage in rigorous coursework within and outside your major and make the most of experiential learning like research, internships and study abroad.
  • Housing
    1/12/24
    First-year and second-year Honors students can choose to live in UB Honors College housing on North Campus.

Parents of Accepted and Current UB Honors Students

Honors College Staff