Niagara University and SUNY at Purchase College are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Niagara is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Niagara University, NY and Purchase College is a four-year, public school located in Purchase, NY.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Niagara University | vs. | SUNY at Purchase College |
|---|---|---|
| Niagara University, New York | Location | Purchase, New York |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
| Master's College and University (larger programs) | Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences |
| $39,345 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$9,016
Out-Of-State$19,266 |
| 85% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 67% |
| $29,460 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $10,488 |
| 87.37 % | Acceptance Rates | 74.05 % |
| 14.54 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 12.91 % |
| 1,160 | SAT Score | 1,300 |
| 25 | ACT Score | 29 |
| 75 % | Graduation Rate | 63 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 23 % |
| 80 % | Retention Rate | 80 % |
| 4,033 | Student Population | 3,333 |
| 191 | Number of Faculties | 182 |
| 10 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 12 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |