Visit UB Law
Each law school has its own distinctive qualities, individual cultures, and unique atmosphere – which is one reason why visiting UB Law can help determine whether it is the best place for you to live and study law. You’ve read the text, read the testimonials and seen the pictures, but nothing can compare to actually being here. The faculty, staff and students of UB Law extend a warm welcome and encourage you to visit. We know that you will be impressed!
Pre-Law Networking Sessions
The University at Buffalo Law School will be hosting evening networking sessions addressing topics on UB Law School admissions criteria, curriculum and special programs, tuition and financial aid. There will also be a panel of current law students who will share their experiences about preparing for law school, why they chose UB Law and life as a law student. The programs will be presented on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 5:30 p.m., and Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 5:30 p.m. Registration is required – please contact the Admissions Office at (716) 645-2907 or Register Online.
Individual Visits
Individual visits including observation of a first year class, tour of the law school (guided by a current law school student when available) and meeting with a member of the Admissions Office (a visit including all of the above can last between 1 and 2 hours) can be scheduled as follows:
- Monday/Wednesday between the hours of 10 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Tuesday/Thursday/Friday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
While additional visits can be scheduled outside of these windows of time, observation of a class will not be available. Visits without classroom observation usually last less than 1 hour.
Please contact the Admissions Office at (716) 645-2907 or law-admissions@buffalo.edu for an appointment at least two weeks in advance. We will do our best to schedule your visit on a date and time most convenient for you. If you would like to meet with financial aid and/or career services, please inform us at the time you make your appointment.
Directions to Campus:
For customized directions using Mapquest or Google Maps, please use the following address:
North Campus: Flint Entrance & Maple Rd, Buffalo, NY 14226. [Visit UB Maps and Directions]
Visitor Parking:
Parking for visitors is limited to certain lots and metered areas on each campus. Visitors to the North Campus can park in the Center for Tomorrow Lot off Flint Road, without a charge and utilize our shuttle service. Additionally, on the North Campus, Visitor Paid Parking is available in the Fronczak Lot. There is an entry charge of $4.00 ($2.00 after 1 pm). [Download North Campus Campus Map (PDF)]
Accommodations:
Comfort Inn-University
Econo Lodge
Holiday Inn - Amherst
Hotel Indigo
Lord Amherst Inn
Marriott Courtyard-Amherst
Marriott Hotel-Amherst
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Ramada Hotel - Amherst
Red Roof - Amherst
On-line Chats
In-Office Chats:
Online chats gives individuals an opportunity to ask questions or request information in real time with our Admissions staff. Office Hours for online chat are Fridays, 2-4pm.
To chat, visit our Online Chat page, type your question at the bottom of the box on your screen to begin chatting. An Admissions staff member is often helping other students and will respond as soon as possible. You may send a question even if the chat service is offline -- but be sure to include your e-mail or other contact info so we can respond. Or email your question to Law-Admissions@buffalo.edu anytime.
Evening Group Chats:
Join in a group chat with the Admissions office staff, law school faculty, current students and fellow prospective students. Our Evening Group Chat dates are listed below:
- Sept. 16, 2009, 7-8:30pm
- Oct. 14, 2009, 7-8:30pm
To participate in an Evening Group Chat, contact Law-Admissions@buffalo.edu.
Accepted Student Visits
On certain Saturdays throughout the spring, admitted students are provided with an opportunity to meet your future classmates at an Accepted Student Visit. These visits include a panel of alumni facilitated by the Associate Dean for Career Services, a panel of current law students to answer your questions and share their experiences about life as a law student, a financial aid presentation and a tour of the Law School. Information regarding registration for an Accepted Student Visit will be included with your acceptance letter.
If you would to discuss your visit in greater detail, please contact the Law School Admissions Office at (716) 645-2907 or law-admissions@buffalo.edu. We look forward to meeting you!