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Hillel of Buffalo serves the University at Buffalo, Buffalo State University, Canisius University, Daeman University, Niagara University, and SUNY Erie.

Undergraduate Enrollment

1,500 Jewish Students (7.5%*)
20,114 Students
*Percent of population

Graduate Enrollment

300 Jewish Students (2.6%*)
11,543 Students
*Percent of population

Jewish Experience Through Hillel

Hillel of Buffalo is a home for Jewish students to explore their relationship with Judaism, Israel and each other. We strive to create a dynamic space where students feel a sense of community, the desire to explore, the freedom to be authentic and are empowered to lead.

Campus Climate for Jewish Students

Kosher Dining

The NY Deli and Diner offers Kosher meals under the supervision of the local Vaad.

Options: University meal plan-no extra cost;Kosher food available nearby

Religious Services

Hillel of Buffalo supports a pluralistic Jewish community, which includes student-led Friday evening services during the academic year. Services are followed by a free communal Shabbat dinner, which provides an opportunity for students to relax, connect, and welcome Shabbat together.

Frequency: Friday night only

Wellness, Inclusion, and Activism

At Hillel of Buffalo, we are committed to nurturing the whole student by supporting their wellness, creating spaces of belonging, and empowering them to take action on issues that matter. Through programs that center mental health, Jewish diversity, interfaith dialogue, and social justice, students find meaningful opportunities to care for themselves, lift up one another, and make a positive impact on campus and in the broader community.

Additional Campus Information

  • Jewish Studies Offered Yes
  • Jewish Studies Major or Minor Minor, Major
  • Study Abroad in Israel University approved programs, Accepts credit for Israel study abroad
  • Private/Public Public
  • Acceptance Rate 74%
  • U.S. Region Northeast
  • Commuter/Residential Residential
  • Tuition In-State $7,070
  • Tuition Out-of-State $26,860
  • Out-of-State/Int’l 4% / 11%
  • Greek Life Yes

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RootOne Israel Trips Inspire Future Hillel Leaders

Hillel International professionals travel all over the U.S. and the world to interact with Jewish students; visiting campus Hillels, staffing Birthright Israel trips, and running immersive experiences throughout the summer. On this particular trip to Israel, Hillel International staff members attended a unique event that brought together 5,000 Jewish American high school students who were […]

Related Scholarships

Check out some of the scholarships available for University at Buffalo Jewish students.

University at Buffalo

Arthur and Louise Wasserman Scholarship

Awarded annually to one student based on academic merit and financial need. It is the donor's preference that the honoree be a Western New York native of Jewish heritage.

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520 Lee Entrance, UB Commons Suite 101B
Amherst NY 14228 US
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716-616-0083
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