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Niagara University

Niagara University, NY

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Comprehensive

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Nestled on the picturesque Niagara River, Niagara University is a beacon of academic excellence and community commitment. This private institution, grounded in its Catholic and Vincentian heritage, offers students a unique environment to pursue their educational dreams with purpose and vigor.
3,873
Students
88%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
2,638
Classification
Comprehensive
Type
Private, Religious
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Founded with a mission to cultivate not only intellectual growth but also a profound sense of ethical and social responsibility, Niagara University stands out as a nurturing ground for future leaders and changemakers. Its curriculum is designed to foster holistic development, intertwining rigorous academics with a strong emphasis on service and leadership. The campus, with its vibrant community and supportive atmosphere, provides a rich tapestry of experiences for personal and professional enrichment. As students walk its historic grounds and engage in diverse learning opportunities, they become part of a legacy characterized by a deep commitment to improving the world around them.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Niagara University?

88% acceptance rate
Less Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1147
Testing
Unknown
Average High School GPA
3.53
Application Deadlines
Early Decision
No

The most important factors Niagara University considers when admitting students are:

  • •Academic GPA
  • •Level of Applicant's Interest
  • •Recommendation(s)

Financials

See what it costs to attend Niagara University.

$ 58,810
Overall list price
$ 16,613
Average net price
$ 33,210
Merit Price™
Very Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Niagara University?

Suburb
Campus Setting
Democrat
State vote for president
Limited
Greek participation
Weather
Sunny days
Very Cloudy
Average winter temp
29°
Average summer temp
69°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Niagara University.

10:1
Student to faculty ratio
57%
4-year grad rate
63%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Niagara are:

  • Education, General
  • Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • Criminology

Demographics

Who attends Niagara University?

43
States represented
44
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
3,873
Women
66%
Men
34%

Housing

What's it like living at Niagara University?

$14,360
Room & Board
0.4
Housing units / student
43
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Niagara University?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.53.

How much does Niagara University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $58,810 to attend Niagara.

How many people attend Niagara University?

3,873 people attend Niagara. 2,638 are undergraduate students and 1,235 are graduate students.

Where is Niagara University located?

Niagara University is located in Niagara University, New York. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into Niagara University with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 60% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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