We Look Forward to Seeing You!
New undergraduate and graduate students participate in New International Student Orientation upon arrival to campus. New International Student Orientation assists with acclimation to life at Buffalo State, discusses resources available on campus, and allows you to meet other students who are new to Buffalo State and the United States.
For Fall 2026, the Residence Halls opens to new international students who will be living on campus on Monday, August, 24, 2026 at 08:00 a.m. You will not be permitted to stay on campus prior to Monday, August, 24, 2026.
Orientation Schedule (Fall 2026)
Monday, August 24, 2026 - Buffalo State Campus
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8:00 a.m. On Campus Housing Opens
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 160 Technology Building
- 08:30-09:00 Breakfast served
- 09:00-12:00 Meet Department Representatives from the campus.
- 12:00-01:00 Lunch Break
- 01:00-02:00 Campus Tour
- 02:00-03:00 Technology Set up
- 4:00-5:00 Shopping trip to Target
- 05:30-06:30 Evening Meal
Wednesday, August 25, 2026 - 160 Technology Building
09:00-New Student Orientation For all New Undergraduate Students
Guest Speakers
Lunch Break
Prepare for Academic Success through presentations and technology
Welcome Reception
Meet the incoming class of 2030
Thursday, August 26 and Friday, August 27, 2026
Join New Student and Family Programing for new student orientation, new student convocation, department meetings and welcome activities.
Airport Pick-Up Service
Each semester, Buffalo State offers a complimentary shuttle at a single designated time picking up at the Buffalo Niagara International Airport and dropping off at Buffalo State's campus.
Shuttle Pick-Up:
Our complimentary shuttle for the Fall 2026 semester is scheduled for Monday, August 24, 2026. This shuttle will pick students up at the Buffalo Niagara International Airport and transport students directly to Buffalo State's campus. If you would like to use this service, please confirm with Tricia Herritt prior to arrival by emailing herrittl@buffalostate.edu.
If you are arriving at a different time please take a taxi from the baggage claim area of the airport. The cost of transportation is typically $35-40.