International Admissions

As one of the United States’ most global universities, the University at Buffalo is home to more than 5,000 students from 110 countries. We value international students as members of our community and will provide outstanding support services for you.

Our resources that will help you succeed at UB include:

  • One of the best and most thorough international students’ orientation programs offered by any U.S. university
  • A mentoring program for new international students
  • World-class learning and research opportunities
  • Many opportunities to be involved in campus life, including international and local clubs and activities

In addition to being an affordable, friendly and fun city, Buffalo welcomes and respects international students.

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Apply Online

Apply online to the MS program. The online application is fast, easy and secure. A $50 non-refundable fee is required.

Deadline

Apply by Jan. 15.

Applications are for fall semester admission only; there are no spring semester admissions.

Requirements

All students are evaluated based on all of the submitted materials. Students who are close to any of these cutoffs will be considered in the context of all of their accomplishments.

  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • GPA of 3.0

Additional requirements for international applicants

  • English proficiency as demonstrated by one of the following (use School 2925; School of Public Health and Health Professions to submit scores):
    • Minimum TOEFL scores of 550 for the rPDT paper-based test or 90 for the Internet-based test; IELTS with a minimum score of 7.5
    • Duolingo English Test (DET) with a minimum of 120
    • Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) Minimum scoring on Old Scoring Scale 65 Overall, 185 overall on New Scoring Scale
    • Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE) Minimum scoring on Old Scoring Scale 60 Overall, 185 overall on New Scoring Scale
    • The TOEFL should have been taken within the last two years
    • Students coming from a U.S. school can use an older score
  • Completion of a college-level algebra or calculus course (with a minimum grade of C)
  • Completed coursework in the following subjects is highly recommended:
    • Biology
    • Health-related science (anatomy, microbiology, or physiology)
    • Chemistry
    • Behavioral sciences, including a course in sociology or social psychology, and a course in anthropology, psychology, political science or economics

Supplemental Materials

Before you submit your online application, ensure that you have all of the supplemental materials ready.

We will consider applications with unofficial versions of transcripts or TOEFL. Official versions will be required before a final admission offer can be made.

  • Request that your official transcripts from each college or university you have attended are sent to UB. Required only at the time of entry to the program.
  • Request that your TOEFL scores are sent to the department.
  • When requesting your TOEFL scores, use these reporting codes: School 2925; Department 50
  • Secure two letters of recommendation on the official letterhead of the referees.
  • Letters should be from someone who knows you from an academic, research or work perspective, ideally in areas related to the graduate program you are applying to. At least one letter should be from an academic institution.
  • Provide a personal statement describing your interest in the field of epidemiology, your relevant background and experience and your career goals. In your personal statement, include information as to what area of epidemiology you would like as your focus.  
  • Provide a copy of the biographical page of your passport.

Updates on International Mail and I-20 Delivery I-20 Issuance and Shipping Announcement

Mail and courier services around the world continue to be negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, the University at Buffalo is now issuing electronic I-20s in accordance with SEVP Guidance. An original I-20 should not be required for visa interviews, at the Port of Entry or for most purposes once students arrive in the U.S. We highly recommend that students print the I-20 when they receive it by email, since not all agencies will allow students to show an electronic I-20 on their phone or computer.

Questions about the application process?

The University at Buffalo is committed to ensuring equal access to its programs and activities. The entire notice of non-discrimination can be viewed at buffalo.edu/equity