First-Year and Transfer Students

New students making UB horns up hand gesture.

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

Submit Your Housing Application

Before beginning the New to UB process outlined below, we strongly recommend you submit a Housing Application if you plan to live on campus. 

Priority for selecting your on-campus housing location/room is based on the date you submit your Housing Application, so it is best to submit right away.  

>> Learn more about on-campus housing

For students starting at UB in Fall 2026, the housing application will open on January 22, 2026.

First-Year and Transfer Students

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

  • Step 1: Complete the Advisement and Orientation Form
    2/3/26
    Start by filling out the Advisement and Orientation Form* to provide key information to UB.
  • Step 2: Submit Immunization Records
    9/29/25
    Proof of immunization is required for all new students. 
  • Step 3: Register for Classes
    2/2/26
    Once you have completed Steps 1 and 2, academic advisors will help you register for classes.
  • Step 4: Participate in Orientation
    2/2/24
    Orientation is a required experience that sets you up for a successful start at UB. 
  • Step 5: Experience UB Welcome
    10/30/25
    Participate in an on-campus experience immediately before the start of classes.
  • Step 6: Learn about Year One
    10/2/25
    Year One supports you through your start at UB with programs, resources and guidance.
  • Frequently Asked Questions
    1/30/26
    Answering your questions from the start.
  • New Student Checklist
    1/22/26
    Stay on track with the tasks associated with your start at UB.

About New to UB

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

New to UB includes:

Meet the Team:

Need Help?

Helping new students transition to life at UB:

Orientation and Transition

Student Life

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

Phone: (716) 645-6125

Review our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
Have questions about orientation? Email us.