Get Started with Advising

At UB, we make it easy to connect with your advisor and get the support you need. Whether you’re a first-year student, transfer student, re-entering student or student veteran, we customize the advising process to meet your needs. 

First-Year Students

Your academic advisor will register you for some or all of your first-term classes. Your specific course registration process will depend on your advising unit.

Transfer Students

Your academic advisor will contact you to discuss your plans and help you create your class schedule. Each advising unit has its unique way of connecting with new transfer students, so wait to hear from your advisor (usually by phone or email).

Re-Entering Students

A re-entering undergraduate student is a student who meets all of the following criteria:

If you are a re-entering student, we welcome you back to UB! Once admitted, you should contact the academic advising unit for your program of interest.

Veterans

Student veterans (as well as active military, reserve, and National Guard students) receive advising through their advising unit.

Connect with UB’s Office of Veteran Services

The office of Veteran Services provides a variety of services for student veterans including:

  • Help with certifying your enrollment.
  • Information about benefits.
  • Opportunities to connect with other UB students with military experience.

> Learn more about UB Veteran Services.