Admissions

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Graduate admissions at the University at Buffalo is decentralized, meaning that each department has its own admissions requirements, in addition to UB's general admissions requirements. Admissions-related questions, or questions about your application should be directed to your department. Department contact information can be found on our list of academic programs.

COVID-19 Update

Please see COVID-19 admissions FAQs on UB's COVID-19 website.

Here is how you start your journey.

  1. Choose your program from our extensive list of 300+ graduate and professional academic programs.
  2. Explore options for funding your education.
  3. Review the university's general admission requirements.
  4. Read our frequently asked admissions questions.
  5. Learn how to apply using our paperless, online application system.