Current Students
Everything you need to stay on track
Being a Biological Sciences student means juggling classes, labs, deadlines and real life. This page pulls together the links and support you will use most so you can spend less time searching and more time moving forward.
Quick Links
Use the sections below to find answers fast, connect with advising and access the forms you may need during the semester.
Advising
Your academic advisor is your first stop for questions about your major, courses and academic planning.
Common advising tasks
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Your academic advisor can help you select pathways that align with your goals.
Yes. Meet with your advisor first to understand how the change may affect your requirements and timeline.
Yes. Advisor consultation is strongly recommended. Switching from a minor to a major requires a new application to the major.
No. Students interested in dentistry should consult UB Prehealth Advising for current pathways.
Course registration
You cannot self-register. A faculty mentor must agree to supervise you and arrange registration.
No. Registration assistance must come from the department offering the course.
The Department of Biological Sciences can only assist with BIO-coded courses. Contact the Department of Microbiology and Immunology offering Biomedical Microbiology (MIC 401).
You may apply up to six total credits across these courses. The credits must come from at least two different courses.
Up to 19 credits during fall and spring semesters. Talk to your Academic Advisor to stay on track.
Yes.
- Non-controlled courses may be retaken once without permission
- Additional attempts require a petition
- Controlled enrollment courses open on the first day of classes
- Check TAURUS for existing articulation
- Submit an articulation request if listed but unmatched
- Submit a TAURUS petition if not listed
Petitions
Use the appropriate petition form based on your request.
- Biological Sciences Program Petition: Request major or minor credit for courses not already approved in the UB course catalog or request special consideration within the Biological Sciences major or minor.
- Research Petition: Request to apply research completed in another UB department toward the Biological Sciences lab or elective credit.
The Career Design Center helps you explore options, build practical skills and take action on your goals. Whether you are just starting to think about what comes next or actively preparing for jobs or graduate school, you will find clear guidance and real opportunities to move forward.
What you can do at the Career Design Center:
- Meet one-on-one with a career design consultant
- Get support with job and internship searches and grad school planning
- Use online tools for resumes, interviews, networking and exploring real-world challenges
- Attend job + Internship fairs, skillshops and networking events
- Explore employment and salary data through Job Market Stats
You can also visit the Career Design Studio any time to discover tools, resources and ideas that help you plan your path.
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Academic Success
Developing self-learning skills necessary to succeed, such as reading textbooks, taking notes, checking for understanding, and utilizing faculty, peers and tutoring.
Social Integration
Engaging, learning outside the classroom, developing networks of support and healthy behaviors in managing stress.
- Athletics, Recreation and Intramurals
- Counseling Services
- Experiential Learning Network
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- Student Engagement
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Successfully navigating UB’s physical setting, including its interconnected online systems and resources.
- Campus Living
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- Financial Aid at 1Capen
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- Student Accounts
- UBIT Help Center
This is more than college. It’s your new home.
From late-night bites to early-morning classes, UB is designed to help you thrive—on campus, off campus and all over Buffalo. Whether you’re settling in or just visiting, here’s everything you need to make life at UB easier, warmer and way more fun.
Hungry? You’ve got options. Choose a traditional meal plan at one of UB’s dining halls or explore campus cafés with international flavors like Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Indian, Mediterranean and Mexican. There’s something for every taste (and every schedule).
Getting around UB is easy. Whether you're walking from your dorm, hopping on a free UB Stampede or Shuttle, or driving your own car (permit required, small fee), getting to class is simple and convenient. UB’s campus is big, but travel time is short.
Live where you’ll thrive. UB offers a wide range of housing, both on campus and off. From residence halls to nearby townhouses, you'll find the right fit for your lifestyle and budget. If you're renting off campus, be sure to read your lease carefully and know your rights as a tenant.
🛒 Shopping
Buffalo winters are legendary. Get what you need to stay warm and stocked. Nearby shopping spots include:
- Boulevard Mall
- Walden Galleria
- Burlington Coat Factory
- Wegmans
- Tops Market
- Target
- Walmart
📚 Textbooks
Save money and stay ready. In addition to the University Bookstore, try:
- AbeBooks
- Amazon.com
- Ebay.com
- UB Libraries for digital and reserve copies
And don’t forget to check student mailing lists or e-bulletins for used books and swaps.
🌆 Life in Buffalo
Buffalo is a city with heart, history, flavor and energy—and only minutes from Niagara Falls and Canada. Whether you're here for four years or for life, there’s always something new to discover.