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Canisius University Graduate Programs Take You Further

As a prospective graduate student, you’re interested in diving deeper, working harder and becoming your best, so you can make a greater impact. There’s no better place to achieve that than at Canisius. Here, you’ll receive a rigorous education that’s uniquely tailored to your past education, work experience and goals. You’ll get:

Personal attention from faculty experts with actual industry experience.
Highly ranked programs that feature top accreditations and partnerships.
Hands-on experiential training in real business and research settings. Opportunities to form important network connections at the highest levels.
A degree that carries in-demand professional certifications and qualifications.

Along the way, your education will be grounded in the skills and principles of true leadership, so you’ll be empowered and inspired to make a meaningful difference in your field.

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Upcoming Event: Counseling Virtual Information Session

When: December 18, 7-8 pm

Explore Your Future in Counseling at our virtual information session on Canisius University's Master's Programs in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

Did you know? The demand for counselors is booming:
School counselors are projected to see 31,000 job openings per year through 2033
Mental Health and substance abuse counselors are experiencing 23% growth through 2030—much faster than average.

Connect with our faculty and advisors to learn about program curriculum, internship opportunities, career outcomes, and admission requirements. Get your questions answered in real-time.

Graduate Programs

Follow our program categories below to find the program that's right for you. Benefit from Canisius' 3 major accreditations and vast network of over 40,000 alumni.

Allied Health

Anthrozoology

Becoming a Teacher

Business

Counseling

Both programs are CACREP-accredited and provide the coursework and field experience necessary to become a licensed practicioner in New York State. No prior counseling background is required to apply.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

School Counseling

Current Teachers

Bilingual Education Extension (online)
Educational Leadership and Supervision (SBL, SDL, SDBL)
Instructional Technologies and Curriculum Design (online)
Literacy Education (online)
Physical Education (online)
Special Education (Advanced) (online)
Teaching Students with Disabilities
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (online)

Resources:

Careers with a Master's in Teaching

Cybersecurity

Data Analytics

Higher Education Administration

Higher Education Leadership and Administration (HELA)

Informal Education and Interpretation

Sports

Overview: Sport Programs At Canisius

Coaching Advanced Certificate (online)

Sport Administration (online or on campus)

Sport Product Development (online)

Requirements

Completed Application
Copies of Transcripts
Personal Statement
Resume

Additional requirements such as recommendation letters vary by program.

Term Start Dates

Spring: January 14
Summer I: May 18
Summer II: June 27
Fall: August 24

FAQ

When is the deadline to apply?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis with the exception of some programs. Check the program page for deadlines.

How much is tuition?
Follow this link for a detailed breakdown of tuition and fees.

How do I submit transcripts?
You can upload copies to your application or send by email, mail, or fax to our office.

Where can I find my program code required for the NYS TEACH Website?
Instructions on how to obtain your program code, and more information about applying for your certification or advanced certificate through NYSED can be found here.