About Us

University Police Officers have full state authority to enforce laws and university regulations in the University at Buffalo community, and they are highly trained professionals. The University Police Department is committed to providing excellent and courteous services to meet the specific needs of the University at Buffalo community. We follow the philosophy of Community Policing.

The mission of the University at Buffalo Police Department is to provide a safe, friendly and welcoming environment for University at Buffalo students, visitors, faculty and staff to live, learn, work and play.

University Police Officers are required to have completed a minimum of 60 college credits in order to meet the minimum requirements established by NYS Civil Service. Many have earned Bachelor and Master degrees. After attending the 21-week basic police academy training, they also receive specialized training on numerous topics. After graduating from the basic police academy, Officers complete a 9-week Field Training (FTO) program. Our FTO program is twice as long as the minimum required by New York State.