PrivateUrbanCanisius University
Canisius
Buffalo, New York 14208-1098
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business
Canisius University is a private institution in Buffalo with particular strength in business and biology.
A small campus of 1.8K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
71% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $60,681 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,322.
More About This School
Varsity Sports
History & Fun Facts
- •In 1913 construction of the Old Main building at 2001 Main St.
- •In 2010, John Hurley was named the first lay president of the college, serving in that role until his retirement in 2022.
Source: Wikipedia
Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
47.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
-0.4%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$19,000
Academics
Programs (90)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
80%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
13
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NY state average + large city premium