Partially funded

UB Presidential Scholarship

University at Buffalo, United States

Scholarship overview

The Presidential Scholarship is a four-year award for academically exceptional first-year students, one of UB's most selective and valued awards. It is administered through the University Honors College, requires a separate application, and is open to international and out-of-state students as well as New York residents.

Recipients take part in the Honors College Presidential Scholars Program and a one-credit Presidential Scholar Seminar (HON 101) in their first semester.

Award Information

  • Academically exceptional incoming first-year student.
  • International and out-of-state students are eligible and encouraged to apply.
  • Standardized test scores are not required (UB is test optional).
  • Participation in the University Honors College.
  • Valued at $15,000 annually for New York State residents; combined with other scholarships and grants it may not exceed the cost of attendance.
  • UB's international brochure cites up to $22,000 per year for international applicants.
  • Renewable for up to four years (eight semesters).
  • Renewal requires Honors College enrollment with a UB GPA of at least 3.30 in the first year and 3.50 in later years.
  • Priority scholarship consideration: apply to UB by November 1.
  • International brochure: apply to UB by December 15 and submit the Presidential Scholarship application by January 4.
  • Awards are accepted through the Honors College online portal by May 1 (fall entry) or December 1 (spring entry).
  1. Apply to UB through ApplySUNY, the Common Application or the Coalition for College application.
  2. Apply to the University Honors College (within the Common App or Coalition application, or via the Honors College supplemental application for ApplySUNY).
  3. Submit the Presidential Scholarship application by the deadline.
  4. Accept any award through the Honors College portal.

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