Overview
Canisius University was founded in 1870 in Buffalo, NY, and consistently ranks among the top institutions of higher education in the Northeast. We offer outstanding undergraduate, graduate and pre-professional programs distinguished by close student-faculty collaboration and mentoring, and a 360-degree system of holistic student support. Griffs rise to the highest levels of their potential to become ethical, purpose-driven leaders who not only stand out in their fields – they stand up for what matters.
Acceptance Rate:
78%
Average Net Price:
$18,828
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.3
Average ACT Composite
25
Average SAT Composite
1158
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $32,720 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $32,720 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $13,160 |
| Books and Supplies | $1200 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
79%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
29%
Average Aid Per Year
$21,215
29%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,837
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$18,136
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
39%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2836
33%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,837
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$23,679,340
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$5,414,062
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
64%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,374
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$226
Students receiving federal loans
64%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,144
Average Other Loans Per Year
$11,619
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Roman Catholic
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
4131
Students Applied
90%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
160
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | December 1 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | January 15 | |
| Other | March 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
6%
Submitting ACT
29%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 25
Average SAT Composite: 1158
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.3
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
2,492
Total Number of Undergrads
1,788
0
100
64%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
69%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
78
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
35
Countries Represented
18
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
23%
Student Organizations
140
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
42%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
43%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Golden Griffins
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
Intramural Sports
14
Sports Club
9
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$51,100
Top 5 Employers
Rich Products
HSBC Bank
PriceWaterhouseCoopers
local school districts
M&T Bank
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,500
Loan Default Rate
4%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$226
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingCanisius has great programs for the majors and minors that they offer. The science programs are very demanding, but will prepare you for medical, dental, and vet schools.
Lauren from NY
Granted I came from Public schooling but I have learned a lot attending this schools. Things I may have had previous skills in are being enforced. Most professors are extremely helpful no matter if you are and A or a C student, if you can't get help from your professor the school offers a variety of tutors.
Katharyn from Buffalo, NY
The teachers know their material very well and have time to help students in and out of the classroom. Material that has been covered in high school is expanded on and you will begin to develop your own conclusions in certain subjects.
Al from Lancaster, NY
I feel like I have learned a lot by attending Canisius. I feel like all the classes I have taken are completely worth it, and I have gotten a lot out of them.
Elizabeth from Buffalo, NY
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