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| Location | Niagara University, New York |
| Online | niagara.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located on the New York side of Niagara Falls, Niagara University sits on a scenic escarpment overlooking the Niagara River gorge, approximately 20 minutes from Buffalo. Founded in 1856 by the Vincentian community, this private Catholic institution operates from a traditional campus featuring both historic and modern buildings. The university maintains four academic colleges offering undergraduate and graduate programs, with particular strengths in hospitality and tourism management, education, and business administration. First-year students are required to live in one of the six campus residence halls, which accommodate approximately half of the total student population. As a NCAA Division I institution, Niagara competes in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, with men's and women's basketball serving as the flagship athletic programs.
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Niagara University is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Niagara University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#487 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#339 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#69 in Best Colleges in New York
#47 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#177 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#20 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1030/1240 |
| ACT | 24/28 |
| GPA | 3.53 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 30, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $400 |
| Other Fees | $1,780 |
| Room and Board | $12,700 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,210 |
| Total One Year Cost | $52,490 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 35% |
| Business | 29% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 7% |
| Social Sciences | 5% |
| Biology | 4% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=193973 IPEDS survey data for Niagara University.
Current students may use the Niagara University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024