UB’s top entering freshmen are awarded Presidential Scholarships (formerly Distinguished Honors Scholarships) which cover the full cost of attendance—tuition, fees, housing, board, books, travel and the other school-related expenses—for four years of undergraduate study. Approximately 25 awards are made to new freshmen each year, all of whom are automatically invited to participate in the University Honors College. To be considered, a student must have a combined critical reading and math SAT score of 1470 or better (or a minimum ACT score of 33) and an unweighted high school average of 95 or better. Last year the mean high school average and combined critical reading and math SAT score of presidential scholarship recipients were 98 and 1503, respectively.
If you would like to be considered for this scholarship, you should apply to the university by December 31, as scholarship awards will be based on academic credentials received by this date.
In addition, a separate Presidential Scholarship application is required and must be on file in the University Honors College office by January 25. Offers are made beginning in early March.
New freshmen are considered each year for Provost Scholarships, starting at $2,500, depending on academic achievement, talent in the performing and creative arts, and the cost of attendance. To be considered for a Provost Scholarship students must have a minimum high school average of 90 and minimum combined critical reading and math SAT score of 1200 (or minimum ACT score of 27). The typical profile of a provost scholarship recipient includes a mean unweighted high school average of 93 and a combined SAT critical reading and math score of 1280. Candidates for Provost Scholarships are considered during the admission review process and may be invited to participate in the University Honors College or the University Scholars Program. There is no additional application needed, except for students planning to major in the Performing and Creative Arts. If you would like to be considered for this scholarship, you should apply to the university by December 31, as scholarship awards will be based on academic credentials received by this date. Scholarship notices are mailed, along with admission offers, beginning in early March.
Provost Scholarships are also available to students with outstanding talent in the Performing and Creative Arts. Students interested in majoring in Theatre (Performance, Technical, Design, Play writing, or Music Theatre), Visual Studies (Art), Dance, Media Study or Music (including Music Performance) are considered. Performing and Creative Arts Scholars are invited to join the University Honors College and receive all the special privileges accorded to Honors Scholars. To be considered, students must have a minimum unweighted high school average of 90 and a minimum combined SAT critical reading and math score of 1230 (or minimum ACT score of 28). If you would like to be considered for this scholarship, you should apply to the university by December 31, as scholarship awards will be based on academic credentials received by this date. An audition or portfolio review, a personal interview and a separate scholarship application are also required. Some departments have specific additional application requirements and deadlines. Provost Scholarships are awarded beginning in early March. Performing and Creative Arts Scholars are invited to join the Honors College beginning in March of each year. For more information contact the University Honors College office.
Acker Scholarships are renewable for up to four years, may cover up to the full cost of tuition, and are awarded to students who will participate in the Daniel Acker Scholars Program. Consideration is given to students with financial need, first-generation college students, and students who have demonstrated their ability to contribute to the cultural diversity of UB. Students should have a combined math and critical reading SAT score of 1200 or higher (or a minimum ACT score of 27) and an unweighted high school average of 90 or higher. If you would like to be considered for this scholarship, you should apply to the university by December 31, as scholarship awards will be based on academic credentials received by this date. Prospective Acker Scholars are also encouraged to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by February 1. Scholarship notices are mailed, along with admission offers, beginning in early March.
The UB Buffalo Partnership Scholars Program (BPSP) includes full tuition and fees for up to four consecutive years of undergraduate study, a yearly book stipend of $600.00, and a laptop computer. This scholarship recognizes outstanding students from the Buffalo Public Schools who excel both academically and civically through service to their respective communities.
Last updated: November 05, 2009 9:15 am EST
