International Non-Degree Details

Immigration Requirements

All students studying IN-PERSON must have a valid visa status while in the United States. However, not all students need to be on a student visa from the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½.

Find the instructions specific to your situation starting with whether or not you are currently living in the U.S.

Currently in the U.S. Outside the U.S.

International students living outside the United States are welcome to apply for non-degree study at UB for the summer or winter sessions.

New Student Visa Required

If you will require an F-1 visa to enter the United States to study at UB you will be required to submit a valid financial form and bank statement in addition to the academic and English proficiency documents required for admission.

In order to apply for F-1 visa eligibility you must:

  • Provide a bank statement showing that you and your family have enough money to pay your tuition and fees.
Full-Time Status

International students enrolled in summer or winter only non-degree study must be registered full-time (defined as six credits in summer and three credits in winter). 

Fall or Spring

If you are interested in non-degree study in the fall or spring semester you will need to email our office for more information: intadmit@buffalo.edu

How to Apply

Applying for non-degree study at the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ is easy. Just follow the steps below:

Step 1: Complete the Non-Degree Application

The Non-Degree Application must be completed online and requires you to upload:

  • Academic Documents
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Required Immigration Documents

Step 2: Scan your Academic Documents

You will submit a scanned copy of your secondary school and/or university transcripts, school-leaving examinations and/or certificates with your electronic application.

Step 3: Proof of your English Proficiency

English language proficiency must be sufficient so that you can successfully complete university classes. In the application form, answer the questions about your English proficiency and submit the required documentation. When you arrive at UB, the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ may test your English language proficiency if you are having language problems. You may be required to register for an English class if your language proficiency is determined to be inadequate so that you can successfully function in a university academic setting,