C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Niagara University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Niagara University, New York 14109
Outcomes
B+
79/100
Affordability
F
15/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
B+
74/100
Prestige
D
39/100

Quick Stats

4,221
Total Enrollment
70%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
85%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where Niagara University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Public Finance
of 1 schools
#9
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
of 31 schools
#11
Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
of 21 schools
#16
Applied Behavior Analysis
of 40 schools
#17
Social Studies Teacher Education
of 22 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $36,100 $36,100
Total Cost (On-Campus) $54,085 $54,085

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
32%
Receive Pell Grants
73%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Elementary Education and Teaching 275 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs 197 grads/yr Education, General 176 grads/yr Applied Behavior Analysis 113 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 73 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 62 grads/yr Criminology 61 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 48 grads/yr Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other 42 grads/yr Social Studies Teacher Education 35 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 34 grads/yr Research and Experimental Psychology, Other 33 grads/yr Public Finance 33 grads/yr Accounting 30 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 25 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 21 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 21 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 19 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 19 grads/yr Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management 18 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Niagara University's top programs commonly pursue.

Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr 55,300 jobs
Clinical and counseling psychologists
$96k/yr 76,300 jobs
Psychology teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 52,500 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

4,221
Total Students
67%
Women
86%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 54%
Hispanic 4%
Black 6%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 30%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 44%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 25%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 86%
25-64 (Adult) 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Niagara University?
Niagara University has an acceptance rate of 85%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Niagara University?
Tuition at Niagara University is $36,100 for in-state students and $36,100 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Niagara University?
The graduation rate at Niagara University is 70%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Niagara University a good school?
Niagara University has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (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 Niagara University?
Niagara University has a total enrollment of 4,221 students. Most students (86%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology