Admissions

Applications for summer 2021 are now available! Be sure to check out our upcoming virtual information sessions to learn more!

If you have any questions or would like further information, please do not hesitate to contact Buffalo Prep’s Admissions and Recruitment Manager, Elizabeth Guzman at eguzman@buffaloprep.org.

How do I apply for Prep Scholars Academy?

Check your eligibility. An applicant must:

Be currently enrolled in 5th or 6th grade
Demonstrate desire to succeed academically
Meet income eligibility guidelines
Be a student of color; preference given to Hispanic/Latino youth

Attend an information session.
Complete and submit an application along with all necessary documents required.

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
Demonstrate desire to succeed academically
Be a student of color
Meet income eligibility guidelines

Attend an information session.
Complete and submit an application along with all necessary documents required.

High School Prep applicants also have to take an admissions test and be interviewed by Buffalo Prep staff.

Prep Scholars Academy, Middle School Prep and High School Prep Admissions timeline:

October: Applications available

November-March: Information sessions take place

Application Deadline: April 15

What do I need to include with my application?

A complete application includes:

Student’s 2nd quarter or 1st trimester report card for current academic year AND final report card from previous academic year
Proof of income: Please submit the first three pages of the 2020 federal tax return(s) for each
parent/guardian financially responsible for applicant.
Two teacher recommendations. Please click here to view and print form.

How do I nominate a student?

If you know a student in 5th, 6th, or 7th grade who would benefit from Buffalo Prep, you can nominate them here.

For more information on Middle School Prep and High School Prep admissions, please contact Elizabeth Guzman, Admissions and Recruitment Manager, at eguzman@buffaloprep.org or 716.829.2108.

How do I apply for Rising to Distinction?

Admissions timeline: Rolling admissions

Check your eligibility. An applicant must be in 9th-12th grade and:
- Be enrolled in one of Buffalo Prep’s partner high schools and meet Buffalo Prep’s income eligibility guidelines
  - or
- Be a recipient of a John R. Oishei Foundation or Cullen Foundation scholarship
Complete and submit an application along with all necessary documents required, including two teacher recommendations. Please click here to view and print form.

For more information on Rising to Distinction admissions, please contact Alexys Swygert, Director of College Prep Services, at aswygert@buffaloprep.org or 716-829-2135.

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Total members of household (includes only earner and dependents)	Household Income Cap
2	$45,308
3	$56,348
4	$67,388
5	$78,428
6+	$89,468