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Canisius University

Canisius University is a small, private institution located in Buffalo, ny. Founded in 1870, Canisius University offers undergraduate degrees in 90 majors.

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Key stats

4 Year, Private
Division 1
1,798 undergraduates
cost $32,720 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Canisius University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

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Acceptance rate 81.8%
SAT score average 1200
ACT score average 25
Average high school GPA 3.3
Application fee $0.00
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Canisius University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 11:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
11 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Health and Medical Professions
Social Sciences and Psychology
Education and Teaching
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Law and Legal Studies

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Accounting and Related Services
Finance and Financial Management Services
Research and Experimental Psychology
Educational Administration and Supervision
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $32,720
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,160
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $1,500
Cost of attendance* $48,580
Average financial aid package $28,041
Estimated cost $20,539 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $32,720
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,160
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $1,500
Cost of attendance* $48,580
Average financial aid package $28,041
Estimated cost $20,539 See my potential costs

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Canisius University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,798, with gender binary students split 51% male and 49% female.

Total enrollment

2,545

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
65%
African American %
12%
Hispanic American %
5%
Asian %
3%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
12%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Canisius University, students love their Residence Hall Association. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

map 2001 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14208
phone 7168882200
address https://www.canisius.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Residence hall association

Project conservation

Unity (glbtq+)

Fusion gaming society

Hiking club

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Canisius University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Canisius University?

Canisius University is located in Buffalo, ny.

What is the acceptance rate at Canisius University? 

The acceptance rate for Canisius University is 82%.

What’s the average GPA for Canisius University?

The average high school GPA for Canisius University students was 3.3.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Canisius University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Canisius University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $194,320.

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