Canisius College

Where Leaders Are Made

At Canisius, you’ll be inspired, challenged and supported. Our blend of exceptional academics and real-world learning will help you grow as a person and prepare you to lead in whatever field you choose.

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Undergraduate Business

Among all private university programs in WNY, US News & World Report

CPA Exam Pass Rate

Among all NYS public and private universities, based on current AICPA data

Best Value School

in New York State, as ranked by US News & World Report

Mid-Career Salary

Median mid-career salary, according to the 2019 College Salary Report from PayScale

Service Participants

Number of alumni participating in a year or more of service since 2000

Fulbright Scholars

Total number of Fulbright Scholars since 1988

Post-Grad Employment

Average employment rate for all graduates two years after graduation

Med School Acceptance

86% acceptance rate for medical school, 7 years in a row

Top 20

America's Best Colleges, Regional Universities North, as ranked by US News & World Report

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Scholarships & Aid

"My Canisius education set the stage for my whole-person approach to medicine."

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Dr. Laura Hayes ’15, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Major: Biology, Minor: Psychology

Psychiatry Resident, ECMC

Buffalo, NY

Experience the benefits of studying in a city that’s on the rise—from affordable recreation to a powerful career network. It’s no wonder Buffalo is one of the top 20 midsize cities for college in the US.

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Clubs & Organizations

Join a campus that thrives on creative engagement and strong bonds. Choose from over 90 active student-run clubs and organizations.

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Faith & Service

No matter what your faith, your capacity for compassion and justice will be strengthened through opportunities to serve. You’ll learn what it means to stand for and with others in the community—and out in the world.

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Campus Life

Whether you commute or live on campus, you’ll be part of a close-knit campus community. You won’t just be a number—you’ll be a name and a face.

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"Our field placements begin in the first semester."

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Jesse Brodka '21

Major: Adolescence Education

Canisius News

John J. Hurley Announces Retirement as President of Canisius College

Covid-19 Response Plans

Canisius Accepted into US Cyber Command Academic Engagement Network

Online Master’s Education Programs Ranked Among Top in Nation by U.S. News

Canisius Receives $500,000 Grant from Oishei Foundation