How to Apply as Freshman

Before You Apply

Understand How to Select UB on Your Application

Please be aware that the Common Application and the SUNY Application list two SUNY Buffalo institutions. Make sure you select the University at Buffalo when you complete your forms, or your application might go to the wrong school.

• On the SUNY Application, select “Buffalo, University at.”
• On the Common Application, select “University at Buffalo (SUNY).”

Request Your High School Transcript

UB requires your high school transcript. Have an official copy uploaded or sent from your school.

Ask for a Letter of Recommendation

UB strongly recommends one letter of recommendation from a school counselor, teacher, community member or employer. While only one is recommended, you may choose to submit up to three.

SAT and ACT Information

UB supports SUNY’s decision to temporarily suspend SAT and ACT requirements for admissions. This temporary change of admissions eligibility requirements applies to the spring 2021, fall 2021, spring 2022, fall 2022 and spring 2023 cycles. Students can share their scores as part of their application if they choose by selecting this option on their application. If submitting scores, SAT or ACT standardized test scores must be submitted directly from the testing agency. UB’s SAT code is 2925. The ACT code is 2978. UB welcomes students from all backgrounds and each application goes through the same holistic review process.