Consistently ranked among the top institutions in the Northeast, Canisius is a master’s-level college and one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the nation. Founded in 1870, Canisius offers undergraduate, graduate and pre-professional programs distinguished by close student-faculty collaboration and mentoring. We prepare students for lives of intellectual exploration, service, and leadership through a core curriculum grounded in the liberal arts and a broad range of learning experiences.