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Buffalo Seminary, also known as SEM, is a private, all-girls college-preparatory day and boarding school located in Buffalo, New York. Founded in 1851, it is one of the oldest independent girls’ schools in the United States. Buffalo Seminary offers a rigorous academic program rooted in liberal arts and leadership development. With a unique culture of student-led governance and traditions, SEM attracts intellectually curious and motivated young women from around the world. The admissions process includes interviews, academic records, essays, and optional testing, which can feel overwhelming to families unfamiliar with independent school applications. Our independent boarding school admissions consultants have helped Asian American families successfully apply to leading girls’ schools like Buffalo Seminary. We provide expert, step-by-step guidance in areas such as:
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Cardinal Education was founded nearly twenty years ago by Stanford graduate and CEO Mr. Allen Koh, with the goal of helping students succeed in education through expert guidance. Since then, we have built a global reputation by refining our academic strategies and expanding our expertise. Our discreet and personalized support is trusted by Asian American families from countries including Ghana, Russia, Egypt, Indonesia, Singapore, China, UAE, India, Brazil, Oman, Nigeria, South Korea, and the UK.
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Address: 205 Bidwell Parkway, Buffalo, NY 14222
Buffalo Seminary Admissions Website: https://www.buffaloseminary.org/admission/admission
Student Population: 160 (140 day & 20 residential)
Open House and Event Dates: Open House
March 13, 2025
SEM Student for a Day Shadow Visit
March 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 2025
Personalized Visit
March 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 2025
Application Deadline: First round of admissions: December 15, 2025
After the deadline, applicants are considered on a rolling basis, if space permits.
Testing Policy: Applicants are required to submit SSAT, PSAT, SAT, ACT, or ISEE. Foreign students must submit one of the following: TOEFL, TOEFL Jr, IELTS or Duolingo.
Essay Questions: Applications require a Parent & Student Statement to be completed, which can be found on the Standard Application Online (SAO) application portal.
Interview Importance: High
Buffalo Seminary College Counseling Department: https://www.buffaloseminary.org/academics/college-counseling