Buffalo, NY

Canisius University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Canisius University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Buffalo, NY.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Canisius University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

82% Acceptance Rate

For 2023-24 admission, 4,147 applied, 3,401 accepted, and 442 enrolled in Canisius.
215 men and 215 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2024 Tuition & Fees

The 2024 tuition & fees are $32,720 for undergraduate programs and $16,680 for graduate programs.
Tuition has not increased and remains the same as last year at Canisius University.

Financial Aid

1,779 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $19,851.
For freshmen, 453 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $21,215.

Student Population

A total of 2,492 students enrolled Canisius in 2023.
By gender, 1,183 men and 1,309 women students are enrolled.
There are 1,788 undergraduate and 704 graduate students.

99 Major Programs

  • 18 programs through online
  • 33 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Canisius is 66% and the transfer-out rate is 26%.
The retention rate is 78% for full-time and 78% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
66%
Transfer-out Rate
26%
Retention Rate
78%
Students to Faculty Ratio
11 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 311 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Canisius and the average faculty salary is $76,180. The studetns to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.
There are 583 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $56,090.
Number of Faculties
311
Average Faculty Salary
$76,180
Number of Staffs
583
Average Staff Salary
$56,090

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • On-campus Housing (Dorms)
  • Meal/Board Plans
  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries

Athletics

Canisius University is a member of Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC).