TOEFL International applicants are required to provide proof of English proficiency. The exam results must be dated within two years from your proposed date of admission and remain valid upon entering the term for which you applied. The University at Buffalo has a minimum TOEFL score requirement of 550 (paper-based) or 79 (internet-based). IELTS International applicants are required to provide proof of English proficiency. The exam results must be dated within two years from your proposed date of admission and remain valid upon entering the term for which you applied. On IELTS, UB requires an overall score of 6.5 with no band below 6.0.  GRE The aptitude test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required of all applicants to our graduate programs.

PS Personal Statement Your application package must include a brief statement of purpose describing your background and your academic and career goals. The Personal Statement can be typed into the space provided on the application or uploaded electronically to the application. GPA A minimum grade point average of 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) for all undergraduate work undertaken during the last two years of the applicant's studies.  Fee Application Fee A nonrefundable fee of $85 must be submitted for each ISE application. You may pay the application fee online with a credit card or e-check. After your application is submitted, you will receive an email with further instructions and a link to pay your application fee.  RL Letters of Recommendation Three letters of recommendation are required. While we will accept letters from professional sources, we strongly prefer letters from professors who are acquainted with your academic interests, achievements and abilities. Requests for Letters of recommendation will be emailed to your recommenders upon submitting your application form. Recommenders can submit their recommendations online. Once submitted, they are automatically uploaded to your online application. Transcript Transcripts Unofficial copies of transcripts are to be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are not required at the time the application is submitted. If an applicant is accepted and decides to attend our program, official transcripts will be requested at that time.