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Niagara University

Niagara University, NY 4 year Private
Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 1,402
Religious affiliation Catholic
Student to faculty ratio 11 to 1
Acceptance rate 92%
Students retention rate 79%
On-time graduation rate 70%

Located in Niagara University, New York, Niagara University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 92% indicates that Niagara University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Niagara University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 11-to-1, Niagara University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Niagara University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 79% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 75% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

92.2%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$35,980

Cost of attendance at Niagara University in 2022 for students from New York.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New York's average $8,212
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$35,980

Cost of attendance at Niagara University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New York's average $17,724
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Niagara University received on average $28,234 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$28,234
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 236 38% $4,901 $1,156,623
Other Federal Grant 237 38% $6,142 $1,455,690
State Grant/Scholarships 258 41% $3,056 $788,339
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 623 100% $24,632 $15,345,583
Total Grant & Scholarships 623 100% $28,234 $17,589,612

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Niagara University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Niagara University students is 70.5%. Female students graduated at a rate of 70.4%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 70.6%.

70.5%

  • asian 71.4% 5 students
  • African American 38.5% 15 students
  • white 75.7% 342 students
  • unknown 66.1% 37 students
  • hispanic 55.0% 22 students
  • International Students 66.7% 14 students
  • Mixed Race 66.7% 12 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
  • Basketball Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Niagara University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Niagara University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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