Undergraduate Admissions

Visit the Financial Aid Office 

File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

FAFSA School Code: 002842

For New York State residents:

File TAP application

TAP School Code: 0905

File NYS Excelsior Scholarship

Guarantee your spot! Spring deposits are due by November 1 (or within 30 days of your acceptance letter if after November 1). Fall deposits are due by May 1 (or within 30 days of your acceptance letter if after May 1).

Buffalo State will continue to accept tuition deposits on a case-by-case basis after the May 1 priority deadline. Please note that we cannot guarantee scholarships, financial aid, or space in the incoming class beyond this date. You're welcome to take the time you need to make your decision—we encourage you to reach out with any questions or for help securing your spot for the Fall 2025 semester.

Contact Admissions
Call: (716) 878-4017
Text: (716) 803-8434
Email: admissions@buffalostate.edu

Submit Your Tuition Deposit

Students accepted into the EOP program do not need to submit a tuition deposit, but are required to submit the "Admissions Reply Form."

Submit Your Admissions Reply Form

Mail to:
SUNY Buffalo State
Undergraduate Admissions
Moot Hall 110
1300 Elmwood Ave.
Buffalo, NY 14222

To verify that your final transcript and proof of high school graduation have been received, please call the Admissions Office at (716) 878-4017.

If you are filing for any type of state or federal aid, receipt of a final high school transcript or GED/TASC will be required before any funds can be disbursed.

Submit Proof of AP/IB/CLEP/College Coursework

If you took college courses during high school or expect credit from an exam (AP, IB, CLEP, etc.), please be sure you have requested official transcripts and/or score reports to be sent to the Admissions Office.
AP Scores: Request your score report through the College Board website. A score of 3 or higher will earn college credit.
IB Scores: Request your score report through the International Baccalaureate website. A score of 4 or higher will earn college credit.
CLEP Scores: Call 1-800-257-9558 to have your CLEP credits transferred and use our CEEB code (2533).
College Transcripts: Contact the institution’s Registrar/Bursar Office directly or request their transcript through Parchment. ** All college transcripts must be sent directly from the college or university in order for them to be considered official.
We need the official documentation to evaluate any transfer credit, as applicable. More information about Course Credits by Examination.
 

Submit the New Student Health Form (PDF)

(email your health form to weigel@buffalostate.edu)

Submit the Meningitis Information Response Form

Learn about the Weigel Wellness Center

Prepare for Course Registration

First-Year Students
All first-year students will be assigned to a Professional Advisor, who will provide academic guidance, help you select your courses, and assist you as you adjust to student life. You will need to complete the pre-advisement survey located under the Enrollment tab in your applicant portal. This information is then sent to your Professional Advisor who will work with you to create your schedule.

First-Year Student Advising

Orientation is mandatory for all new incoming students. Students can register for orientation through the student portal. If you have secured your spot to attend Buffalo State, you will receive an email with the subject "Register For Orientation." Please visit the orientation website for additional details.

Orientation website

Review meal plans

For Residents

Submit your online Residence Hall and Meal Plan application and payment

After you receive a housing packet

Learn About Residence Hall Services

As a new student, you'll need to access several online systems to perform different tasks and get important information.

These systems are accessible from the MyBuffState page.

Review and activate accounts*

*You may activate your accounts 24 hours after submitting your tuition deposit.