Application Processing Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a supplemental application and/or additional fee to apply for the University at Buffalo?

  • NoThere is no supplemental application required. 
  • However, there is a $100 USD University at Buffalo supplemental application fee that can be paid online.
  • Candidates will receive supplemental fee payment instructions after they submit their online CAAPID application. 
IMPORTANT
  • You will receive the supplemental application fee payment link the next day after your submit your CAAPID application.
  • Your CAAPID application status must be designated as "COMPLETE" to receive the supplemental fee link.
  • If your CAAPID application status is listed as "RECEIVED", you will not receive the supplemental link until it changes to "COMPLETE".

What materials should I send directly to University at Buffalo?

  • None. You do not need to send any application materials directly to our admissions office. 
  • After submitting your CAAPID application, you will receive an e-mail providing instructions to pay the supplemental fee. 
  • It is important that you designate University at Buffalo to receive your CAAPID application. 
  • Please do not sent any documentation to our IDP admissions office directly. Only documents submitted via the CAAPID portal will be reviewed and considered for admission. 

When can I submit the University at Buffalo $100 supplemental application fee? How do I submit the fee?

  • All applicants are required to pay the $100.00 USD supplemental application fee by the application deadline in order for their application to be processed and reviewed. 
  • The $100 USD supplemental application fee payment can only be made after you submit your CAAPID application
  • Once submitted, our supplemental application fee is non-refundable.

How will I know if you received my $100 supplemental application fee?

  • Our admissions office will send supplemental fee payment confirmation or a reminder to submit supplemental application fee. 
  • No exceptions will be made for a late supplemental fee payment after the June 15, 2025 admissions deadline.

I submitted my application materials to CAAPID, when will it be processed by the University at Buffalo?

  • Your application will be processed when your CAAPID status is “Complete”, and your $100.00 USD supplemental application fee has been submitted.

Will I receive any notification regarding the completion of my application from your school?

  • Yes. 
  • Applicants will be notified via e-mail once their application is complete. 
  • Our committee will notify applicants if any additional application documents are required to complete their application.
  • However, you are welcome to contact our admissions office to inquire about the status of your application. 

Will my application be reviewed if a document is missing?

  • No
  • Our committee will only review completed IDP applications. 

I received an e-mail from the University at Buffalo notifying me that my application is complete. When can I expect an update on my status?

  • Once your application is complete, your application will be sent to the admissions committee for a full file, formal review. 
  • The formal review process can take several weeks. 
  • Candidates will receive all application status updates directly via e-mail. 
  • Our committee does its best to keep candidates apprised of their status at all times. 
  • Please feel free to contact our admissions office with any additional questions.

What happens if I submit my CAAPID application on June 15, 2025, the admissions deadline date?

  • Applicants are highly encouraged not to wait until the June 15, 2025 deadline to submit their CAAPID application. 
  • Applicants who apply on or near the ADEA/CAAPID deadline, must take full responsibility to complete both the CAAPID application and University at Buffalo requirements by the June 15, 2025 admissions deadline
  • Candidates who have not submitted a completed application by June 15, 2025 will not be considered for the 2026 cycle