Apply as an International Transfer Student
Choose Your Application
Complete and submit only one of the applications below. A $50 non-refundable fee is required.
Select “University at Buffalo (SUNY).”
After You Apply
We will send you an email with a unique link to your Applicant Status Page, where you can monitor your application status. You are strongly encouraged to check this page regularly for updates about your application.
Fall 2026 Dates & Deadlines
| International Students (First-Year and Transfer) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ìý | Application opens | August 1 |
| Ìý | Early Action | November 1 |
| Ìý | Regular Decision application completion deadline | February 1 Students can continue to submit an application for consideration until capacity is reached. |
| Ìý | Honors College consideration | December 1 |
| Ìý | Enrollment/Tuition Deposit deadline | May 1 or 10 days after acceptance, whichever is later. |
| Ìý | Housing Deposit deadline | May 15 |
| Ìý | Classes begin | August See UB Academic Calendar |
While transfer admission is based primarily on your college/university grades, we are looking for students who excel academically, engage in extracurricular activities and who maintain a good school-life balance.
Personal Essay
Optional for transfer applicants.
Recommendations
Optional for transfer applicants.