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Niagara University

Niagara University, NY

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Private

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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.

4,221

Students

84%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

2,747

Classification

Comprehensive

Type

Private, Non-Profit

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Website

niagara.edu

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?

84% acceptance rate

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Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1136

Testing

Test Optional

Average High School GPA

3.51

Application Deadlines

Regular Application Deadline

August 30

Early Decision / Early Action?

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

•Academic GPA
•Class Rank
•Rigor of Secondary School Record

Learn more about what it takes to get into Niagara University

Financials

See what it costs to attend Niagara University.

$ 52,250

Overall list price

$ 17,495

Average net price

$ 27,867

Merit Price™

Very Generous

Merit Meter™

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Niagara University?

Suburb

Campus Setting

Democrat

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Very Cloudy

Average winter temp

29°

Average summer temp

69°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Niagara University.

10:1

Student to faculty ratio

65%

4-year grad rate

72%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Niagara are:

Education, General
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Business Administration and Management, General

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Demographics

Who attends Niagara University?

States represented

Countries represented

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

4,221

Women

66%

Men

34%

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Housing

What's it like living at Niagara University?

$12,980

Room & Board

0.3

Housing units / student

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Niagara University?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.51.

How much does Niagara University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $52,250 to attend Niagara.

How many people attend Niagara University?

4,221 people attend Niagara. 2,747 are undergraduate students and 1,474 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, 63% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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