Scholarships and Funding Opportunities
UB’s scholarships can bring UB's affordable tuition even more within reach, furthering the value we offer. Additionally, external scholarships, loans, payment plans, and on-campus work opportunities can help you finance your education.
First-Year Students Scholarships
Academically exceptional first-year students may earn a four-year UB Presidential Scholarship, the most selective and highly valued award in the SUNY system. The application is available through the University Honors College. Presidential scholars participate in the University Honors College and must maintain rigorous academic standards to retain their award.
The University at Buffalo offers scholarships in varying amounts to qualified incoming international first-year/first-time (freshman) students. Scholarship awards vary and are renewable with good academic standing. The Flagship Scholarship may be combined with other UB scholarships.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to incoming first-year (freshman) students with no completed coursework or credits at a postsecondary institution.
- Available for students enrolling in the fall or spring semester.
Application and Review Process
- All admitted students are automatically considered for scholarships during the holistic review process, considering more than just GPA and test scores.
- Scholarship award can be found within your admitted student portal and are renewable for up to four years, provided students meet continuing eligibility requirements.
Transfer Scholarships
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to incoming transfer students.
- Available for students enrolling in the fall or spring semester.
Application and Review Process
- All admitted students are automatically considered and scholarships are based on your transfer GPA.
- Scholarship award can be found within your admitted student portal and are renewable for up to two years, provided students meet continuing eligibility requirements.
Other Scholarships and Funding Opportunities
The University at Buffalo offers NCAA Division I athletics as part of the Mid-American Conference (MAC). We recruit athletes from all over the world. Student athletes are usually at the top of their division or conference levels in secondary schools. We offer athletic scholarships in many different sports.
Interested students should fill out the UB athletic recruitment questionnaire.
Men's Football
Women's Soccer
Working on campus is a great way to earn money and gain valuable work experience.
While classes are in session | During school breaks | |
|---|---|---|
On-Campus | Up to 20 hours per week. | Up to 40 hours per week. |
| Off-Campus | NOT PERMITTED to work off campus, unless you have special permission from the government. | NOT PERMITTED to work off campus, unless you have special permission from the government. |
UB's Career Design Center website provides a list of available on-campus job opportunities. Common positions include working in offices, laboratories, libraries, residence halls (hostels) and dining facilties.
Additionally, students can meet with professionals in the Career Design Center to work on their resume, practice their interview skills and more.
GloBulls are current international students who offer guidance for any questions about UB.
Students working on one of UB's food trucks.
Most on-campus jobs pay minimum wage (sometimes more, depending on the type of work). However, even working the maximum allowable hours will not provide sufficient income to pay for your tuition and living costs. Please do not plan to work on campus as a way to pay for your education. Rather, use on-campus work to supplement your family’s contributions, cover personal expenses and earn pocket money.
While tuition and fees are normally paid in full at the beginning of each semester, you can sign up for a payment plan to make scheduled payments throughout the year.
Scholarships and grants are available from many nonprofit and service organizations and government programs. Research your options early in the application process, and you may find great funding opportunities to help cover your educational costs.