Canisius University

At a Glance Admission, Tuition, Population, and more Updated: July 13, 2024 collegetuitioncompare

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 .

72% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 4,175 applied, 3,021 accepted, and 397 enrolled in Canisius. 183 men and 210 women first-time, full-time students enrolled. Admission Stats

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $34,200 for undergraduate programs and $17,370 for graduate programs. Tuition has increased by 4.52% compared to last year at Canisius University. Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

1,728 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $21,032. For freshmen, 475 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $22,779. Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 2,451 students enrolled Canisius in 2025. By gender, 1,165 men and 1,286 women students are enrolled. There are 1,724 undergraduate and 727 graduate students. More Demographics Stats

104 Major Programs

20 programs through online 34 graduate programs Associate Bachelor's Master's Post-graduate Certificate Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Canisius is 66% and the transfer-out rate is 23%. The retention rate is 73% for full-time and 73% for part-time students. Graduation Rate 66% Transfer-out Rate 23% Retention Rate 73% Students to Faculty Ratio 11 to 1 More Stats

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 265 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Canisius and the average faculty salary is $78,282. The studetns to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. There are 519 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $63,927. Number of Faculties 265 Average Faculty Salary $78,282 Number of Staffs 519 Average Staff Salary $63,927

Special Learning Opportunities

Distance Learning (online classes) ROTC Study Abroad Weekend/Evening College Teacher Certificate Academic/career counseling Employment services for students Placement services Libraries See More

Athletics

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

Buffalo, NY