Canisius Named a "Best College for Your Money"

August 17, 2018

BUFFALO, NY - The latest rankings by Money magazine confirm what many already know, that Canisius is among the best colleges for your money – in the nation. 

According to the magazine’s 2018 “Best Colleges for your Money” list, Canisius is among the top third of all high-value colleges ranked nationally and the top private institution in Western New York.  The rankings took into consideration 727 schools and ranked them based on 26 measures of educational quality, affordability and alumni success. 

Money magazine estimated the price of a Canisius education to be $22,300 for students who receive need-based or merit-based grants.  Approximately 99 percent of Canisius students receive need-based and/or merit-based grants, according to the ranking.  Additionally, Money magazine commended Canisius for the early career earnings of its alumni (those within five years of graduation), which it estimated to be $43,800. 

One of 28 Jesuit colleges in the nation, Canisius is the premier private college in Western New York.

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