Overview

The Economics program

The additional five courses are made up of electives, of which three must be Master's-level economics courses, for a total of eight economics courses. For the remaining two electives, students may choose to take additional economics courses or two approved electives from outside the department.

In addition to the standard MA in Economics track, students may also pursue a combined degree through the UB School of Law or UB Graduate School of Education. Please contact an advisor before registering for courses to discuss these options.

MA in Economics offered by the University at Buffalo students seeking further specialization are encouraged to consider one of the department's Advanced Certificates in the following areas of economics focus: Financial, International, Information-Internet, Health Services, Urban-Regional or Law and Regulation.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Microeconomics Theory

Macroeconomics Theory

Econometrics

Topics in Microeconomics

Mathematics for Economists

Economic Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Buffalo, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree (or higher) or the equivalent from an accredited/government recognized college or university. Most such degrees will be four or more years in length; UB recognizes some three-year degrees, but not all.

A B-grade (GPA of 3.0) or higher from your bachelor's degree (or equivalent) courses. Grade point averages from non-U.S. universities will be evaluated by UB's Office of International Admissions.

Appropriate standardized test scores (DAT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MAT, MCAT, PCAT, etc.). Not all programs require test scores. See the official academic test scores section below for more information.

Letters of recommendation.

An internship or relevant work experience

Tuition Fees

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25740 USD / year

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Out-of-State

25740 USD / year

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In-State

11310 USD / year

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Living costs

Buffalo

United States

920 - 1560 USD / month

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Overview

The Economics program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

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