International Trade BA at University at Buffalo

Programme overview

We live in an increasingly globalized world—but few people truly understand what that means and how it impacts our lives nearly every day. From evolving trade patterns in the ethical diamond market to the effect of global competition on food prices, UB's international trade program is designed for people who care about how our world is changing through global commerce, supply chains, technology and innovation. If you're looking for a program that gives you a big-picture perspective and opens doors worldwide, keep reading.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Geography | Study mode: full-time | Location: Buffalo, NY, United States

What you will study

Throughout this program, you’ll learn about theories of international trade, as well as real-world, practical examples of trade’s effects in the U.S. as well as around the globe.

Career pathways

A degree in international trade can lead to interesting careers and places to work around the world. After you graduate, you may find yourself researching financial markets, analyzing a proposed trade deal, supporting businesses to place their products in international markets, promoting a specific city or region, or working for local, state or national governments to inform policy.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: USD 7,070 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate tuition for New York State residents, 2026-27 estimate, as listed for undergraduates generally; excludes fees (listed separately at $3,966), housing and related expenses. Rate applies to the undergraduate career, not a programme-specific fee Source

International applicants: USD 29,070 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate tuition for F-1/J-1 international students (same figure listed for out-of-state students), 2026-27 estimate, as listed for undergraduates generally; excludes fees ($6,466 for F-1/J-1 including International Student Fee and SUNY health insura Source

Fall entry (classes begin in August) and spring entry (classes begin in January) for first-year and transfer students.

Fall entry, domestic first-year: application opens August 1; Early Action (non-binding) deadline November 1; Honors College priority consideration December 15; Regular Decision deadline February 1; enrollment deposit due May 1 or 10 days after acceptance, whichever is later. Applications may continue to be submitted until capacity is reached.

Fall entry, domestic transfer: application opens August 1; priority scholarship consideration March 15; Regular Decision deadline May 1.

Fall entry, international first-year and transfer: Early Action November 1; Honors College priority consideration December 15; Regular Decision deadline February 1.

Spring entry: recommended application date is October 1 for first-year and international applicants and December 1 for domestic transfer applicants (priority scholarship consideration November 1 for transfer).

The application fee is $50 (non-refundable); applicants submit one of the Common Application, Coalition Application or ApplySUNY. SAT and ACT scores are not required for admission and scholarship consideration and may be submitted optionally. Fee waivers are accepted from SUNY, Common App, Coalition, College Board and NACAC.

Law (JD) application fee is $85; applicants submit the LSAT or GRE.

MD: AMCAS application accepted June 1 to November 15; supplemental application and materials due December 1; supplemental fee $100; Early Decision AMCAS due August 1 and supplemental due August 31.

Apply through the official page: https://www.buffalo.edu/admissions.html

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