C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100
Quick Stats
2,545
Total Enrollment
71%
Graduation Rate
80%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
82%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Canisius University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $145,879
- Avg rent near campus: $1,358/mo — vs ~$740/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 14204 (8.7% cap, Buffalo)
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🏆 Where Canisius University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $31,100 | $31,100 |
| Room | $6,660 | |
| Board | $6,500 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $48,580 | $48,580 |
Financial Aid
100%
Receive Any Aid
31%
Receive Pell Grants
58%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Animal Behavior and Ethology
54 grads/yr
Business Administration and Management, General
52 grads/yr
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
52 grads/yr
Research and Experimental Psychology, Other
46 grads/yr
Finance, General
36 grads/yr
Accounting
35 grads/yr
Special Education and Teaching, Other
30 grads/yr
Physician Assistant
29 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
29 grads/yr
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
25 grads/yr
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
22 grads/yr
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
22 grads/yr
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, Other
19 grads/yr
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
19 grads/yr
Exercise Science and Kinesiology
18 grads/yr
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
18 grads/yr
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
17 grads/yr
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
16 grads/yr
Economics, General
15 grads/yr
Secondary Education and Teaching
15 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Canisius University's top programs commonly pursue.
Zoologists and wildlife biologists
$73k/yr
18,200 jobs
Biological technicians
$52k/yr
82,700 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr
20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr
221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr
46,400 jobs
Student Demographics
2,545
Total Students
52%
Women
93%
Traditional Age (18-24)
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
65%
Hispanic
5%
Black
12%
Asian
3%
Two or More
3%
Non-Resident
6%
🏠 Living Arrangements
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
43%
Hybrid (Some Online)
47%
Fully Online
9%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
93%
25-64 (Adult)
3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Canisius University?
Canisius University has an acceptance rate of 82%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Canisius University?
Tuition at Canisius University is
$31,100 for in-state students
and $31,100 for out-of-state students
.
What is the graduation rate at Canisius University?
The graduation rate at Canisius University is 71%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Canisius University a good school?
Canisius University has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Canisius University?
Canisius University has a total enrollment of 2,545 students.
Most students (93%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology