Current Undergraduate Students

The School of Law conducts an academic review of all students at the conclusion of each fall and spring semester.

Good Standing in Law BA
A student is in Good Standing in the Law BA if they have earned a C or higher in any Law BA Core Courses taken and their GPA across all Law BA Major Courses is a 2.000 or higher.

Academic Warning in Law BA
Academic Warning in the Law BA is an official notification that the student’s academic performance does not meet School of Law standards. A student is placed on Academic Warning in the Law BA if one or both of the following apply:

1. They have below a 2.000 GPA across all Law BA Major Courses
2. They have below a C in any Law BA Core Courses

After the Academic Warning, a student receives a hold that limits their ability to register in courses until they meet with their School of Law Academic Advisor. The goal of the advising appointment is to connect the student with resources that may help them improve their academic performance. The notice letter provides details needed to schedule an advising appointment.

A student has two semesters, including subsequent winter or summer, to improve their Law BA GPA and/or grade(s) in Law BA Core Courses to the minimum standards of the Law BA.

Academic Notice in Law BA
Academic Notice in the Law BA is an official notification that the student’s academic performance has not met the School of Law standards for a second, subsequent semester. A student is placed on Academic Notice in the Law BA if one or both of the following apply:

1. They still have below a 2.000 GPA across all Law BA Major Courses
2. They still have below a C in any Law BA Core Courses

After the Academic Notice, a student receives a hold that limits their ability to register in courses until they meet with their School of Law Academic Advisor. The goal of the advising appointment is to connect the student with resources that may help them improve their academic performance. The notice letter provides details needed to schedule an advising appointment.

A student has one semester, including subsequent winter or summer, to improve their GPA to the minimum standards of the Law BA.

Dismissal from Law BA
A student is Dismissed from the Law BA if they do not improve their Law BA GPA and/or grade(s) in Law BA Core Courses to the minimum standards of the Law BA within two semesters, including subsequent winter or summer.

After the Dismissal, a student has 10 days to change their major or appeal their dismissal** with the School of Law. If after 10 days a student has not changed their major or appealed, their major will be changed to Exploring Alternatives Bachelor and the Exploratory and Pre-Professional Advising Center (EPAC) will help them transition to a viable alternative major at UB.

** Students with legitimate extenuating circumstances may submit an appeal to remain in the Law BA. Specific examples include documented medical issues of the student or an immediate family member, the death of an immediate family member, a disability, or military orders. We also consider other significant hardships. Students submitting an appeal may also explore Academic Withdrawal from University Coursework with their Academic Advisor.

• Pre-Law Advising - To schedule a pre-law appointment, please call the Exploratory and Preprofessional Advising Center at 716-645-6013.
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Students who have completed the requirements for the BA in Law degree in fall, spring or summer are invited to participate in the School of Law Commencement Ceremony, held in mid-May.

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Please review the Undergraduate Degree & Course Catalog for the maximum number of credits (units) a student is permitted to enroll in per semester.

If you wish to register for more than the maximum number of credits in a given semester, you must receive permission from the School of Law Undergraduate Program.

Eligibility for Credit Override

• Current Law BA or Law Comb BA in Good Academic Standing at UB and in Law BA
• Minimum Cumulative UB GPA of 3.000
• Meet with Academic Advisor in UB School of Law (or EOP/Honors College, If Applicable)

Possible Override Requests by Term

• Fall/Spring - Up to 3 Additional Credit Hours (22 or Fewer Total Credits)
• Winter - Up to 1 Additional Credit Hour (6 or Fewer Total Credits)
• Summer - Please speak with your Academic Advisor to discuss possible override(s).

If you do not meet the eligibility requirements, please contact your Academic Advisor to discuss your circumstances for further consideration.

View a list of experiential learning opportunities available to undergraduate BA students, eligibility, and how to apply.

• Experiential Learning Opportunities for Undergraduates

• Academic Works (UB'sScholarship Portal)
• UB Financial Aid
• UB Office of Fellowships and Scholarships
• UB Student Accounts

• Emergency Funds - Student emergency funds at the University at Buffalo seek to award grants to eligible students who are experiencing an unforeseen hardship that could impact their ability to remain enrolled in school. Temporary financial assistance is available for immediate and current emergency situations.

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Lockers in O’Brian Hall are reserved for the JD, LLM and JSD students—there are just enough available to meet the needs of those student groups.

Lockers are available to our undergraduate students through Student Unions and can be rented out by semester or full academic year (Student Unions Website).

• Accessibility Resources - Help with services and accommodations for students with disabilities.
• Center for Excellence in Writing - Support to improve writing skills.
• Counseling Services - Professional services to enhance your development.
• Dean of Students Office - The Dean of Students Office provides assistance and support to students in navigating a complex university life so that UB students can flourish during their time here.
• Food Support - Consistent access to nutritious food is a necessary part of being a successful, healthy student. Should you experience an unanticipated hardship, we can help connect you to groceries.
• Health Promotion - Workshops on stress management, interpersonal skills, meditation and more.
• The Math Place - Tutoring in mathematics (ULC 147 & 148, MTH 121, 122, 131, 141 & 142).
• Study Buddies - Study Buddies is a feature within the Navigate mobile app or desktop site that allows you to opt-in to connect with students in each of your classes who are interested in forming study groups.
• Tutoring & Academic Support Services - Providing free tutoring and academic support to all undergraduates.
•  Wellness Coaching - The UB Wellness Coaching Program seeks to help students define specific goals related to their overall health and wellness, and to identify and implement actionable steps to achieve their goals