New Students

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Congratulations on your acceptance to the University at Buffalo!

Welcome to UB

We would like to welcome you to UB!  UB has a longstanding tradition of welcoming students, faculty and researchers from around the world.  Our international population enriches our community through its knowledge, talents, and diverse perspectives. Here we truly embrace the American principles of inclusion for all people regardless of their race, religion or nationality.

  • Your I-20 & Next Steps
    10/18/24
    Welcome to UB! We're excited to have you join our community. Once you receive your I-20, there are a few important steps you'll need to follow to prepare for your journey to the U.S.
  • Visa Information
    10/18/24
    Learn about U.S. Visas and how it relates to your situation.
  • Check-In & Arrival
    11/6/24
    In order to lift the IS hold and register for classes, you must complete your ISS check-in.
  • Undergraduate Students
    7/15/24
    Welcome undergraduate students! Along with New to UB orientation programs, we're here to help you succeed at UB.
  • Graduate Students
    9/30/24
    Welcome graduate students! We're here to help guide you in getting started at UB.
  • Making UB Your Home
    10/18/24
    Discover everything that UB and Western New York have to offer.

Disclaimer

The information contained in this web site is provided as a service to the international students, faculty, staff, employees and administrators of the University at Buffalo, and does not constitute legal advice on any immigration, tax or other matter. We try to provide useful information, but we make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to this website or any associated site. As legal advice must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case, and laws are constantly changing, nothing provided herein should be used as a substitute for the advice of competent counsel. Neither the University at Buffalo nor the Office of International Student Services is responsible for any errors or omissions contained in this website, or for the results obtained from the use of this information.