Acker Scholars Program

The University at Buffalo Daniel Acker Scholars Program is an individualized program for academically talented students who are traditionally underrepresented in higher education for an individualized academic experience. Consideration is given to students with financial need, first-generation college students and underrepresented minority students (African-American, Latina/Latino American; and Native American). A supplemental application is required.

A component of the University at Buffalo Cora P. Maloney College, this unique program offers support services and activities that help students with exceptional academic potential maximize their college experience from enrollment to graduation. (Who was Daniel Acker?)

Acker Scholars have a long tradition of contributing to student leadership at UB and participating in community service. Since the first class of students enrolled in 1984, participants have gone on to complete medical, dental and law school, M.B.A.’s, and various graduate programs across the nation. Our graduates are: accountants, physicians, corporate executives, engineers, lawyers—the list goes on—and stand ready to help more students achieve their educational and career goals.

Acker Scholars come to UB as part of a community: they attend orientation together, live together, and learn from one another. This supportive, family-like atmosphere helps students develop friendships, realize their goals, get involved, and excel at UB.