Undergraduate Admissions
Becoming a University at Buffalo Student
Admission to UB is competitive, with an acceptance rate of 57%. For the 2017 admitted freshman class, UB reported an average ACT score of 25-30 and an average SAT (CR+M) score of 1100-1300. Additionally, 92 percent* of admitted students are in the top 50 percent of their class.
*Based on the percentage of students who reported a rank.
Admission to UB is based on a holistic review. We consider high school average, class rank, SAT (critical reading and math) or ACT scores, and strength of the high school academic record. A personal essay, recommendations, documented creative talent, demonstrated leadership, community service and special circumstances are also considered.
The following is not required for admission, but is suggested as adequate preparation for university-level coursework:
- Four years of English (with a substantial writing component)
- Four years of social studies
- Three years of college-preparatory science
- Three years of a second language
- Three years of college-preparatory mathematics
Visit University Undergraduate Admissions to learn more.
Current UB students seeking admission to any major or minor in the EVS Department please fill the Apply to Environmental and Sustainability Major or Minor form.