Applications are now being accepted for Middle School Prep and High School Prep! Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Decisions will be made beginning in January until the programs are full.
How do I apply for Middle School Prep and High School Prep?
- Check your eligibility. An applicant must:
- Be currently enrolled in 5th, 6th, or 7th grade
- Maintain a B average in all core subject areas (English, math, etc.)
- Live in a household where the total income does not exceed $65,000 per year
- Be a student of color
- Attend an information session.
- Complete and submit a Middle School Prep application (current 5th or 6th graders) or High School Prep application (current 7th graders).
High School Prep applicants will also have to submit a math and English teacher recommendation form, take an admissions test and be interviewed by Buffalo Prep staff.
What do I need to include with my application?
A complete application includes:
- Student’s report card – progress reports will NOT be accepted
- Proof of income: W-2s, pay stubs, 1040 IRS tax return form, etc.
- Math and English teacher recommendation forms.
How do I nominate a student?
If you know a student who may be a good fit for Buffalo Prep, you can nominate them here.
How do I apply for College Prep and Rising to Distinction?
- Check your eligibility. An applicant must:
- Have completed the High School Prep program
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- Be enrolled in one of Buffalo Prep’s partner high schools and be from a family whose total income does not exceed $65,000
- Have completed the High School Prep program
For more information on College Prep and Rising to Distinction admissions, please contact Alexys Swygert at alexyssw@buffalo.edu or 716-829-2135.