Niagara University
5796 Lewiston Rd, Niagara University, NY 14109
Description
Niagara University is a Catholic institution associated with the Vicentian Mission. Because of this affiliation, Niagara emphasizes spirituality and service in addition to academic growth. Since 1856, the school has offered a traditional Catholic education.
Niagara’s academics consist of the following schools:
- College of Arts & Sciences
- College of Business Administration
- College of Education
- College of Hospitality & Tourism Management
In addition to these undergraduate colleges, the university offers graduate programs in fields like business administration, criminal justice and interdisciplinary studies. A doctoral program in Leadership and Policy is also available.
Student life at Niagara is rooted in the Vicentian tradition, with Campus Ministry and service opportunities playing huge roles. There are plenty of other ways to get involved, as well, with several student clubs and nearly 20 NCAA Division I teams.
Niagara University touts the breadth of its financial aid coverage. The amount of this assistance will vary based on your need and merit, but there are several programs available to help make your education more affordable if you qualify. Additionally, all of Niagara’s institutional scholarships are renewable for up to four years.
Quick Facts
Location
Northeast
Setting
Large Town Setting
Type
Private
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
Size
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)
Mascot
Purple Eagles
Nickname
NU
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
Yes
In-State Tuition
$24,700
Out-of-State Tuition
$24,700
Selectivity
Selective
Enrollment
4,202
Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 3,326
- Freshman Class
- 677
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 4,202
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 79%
- Graduate
- 21%
Full-Time vs. Part-time Students
- Full-Time
- 99%
- Part-Time
- 1%
Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State
- In-State
- 86%
- Out-of-State
- 14%
Gender of Students
- Women
- 60%
- Men
- 40%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 4%
- Asian
- 1%
- Caucasian
- 79%
- Latino
- 2%
- Other
- 14%
Students State Origin
- New York
- 86%
- Ohio
- 1%
- Pennsylvania
- 1%
- Maryland
- 1%
- California
- 1%
- Other
- 10%
International Students
- International
- 19%
- Domestic
- 81%