SUNY Niagara and Canisius Transfer Pathways

The transfer pathways below show students how their credits will transfer from SUNY Niagara to Canisius University.

These pathways are intended as general guides and are subject to change. Course availability, program requirements, and articulation agreements may be updated. Students are encouraged to consult with an advisor to confirm the most current requirements.

Core Curriculum Transfer Guide Sheet SUNY Niagara (Formerly NCCC)→ Canisius University

This guide sheet will show how courses from SUNY Niagara help fulfill Canisius University's core curriculum requirement.

Courses must be at the 100 level or above, minimum 3 credits, grade of C- or better. Unlisted courses may qualify — contact Canisius to review.

Core AreaCanisius CourseNCCC Equivalent
Foundation
 ENG 111: Academic WritingENG 101
 ENG 112: Writing about LiteratureENG 102
 PHI 101: Intro to PhilosophyPHI 149
 RST 101: Intro to Religious StudiesNo Equivalent / Take at Canisius
Breadth of Knowledge
Field 1Religious StudiesNo Equivalent / Take at Canisius
Field 2PhilosophyPHI
Field 3Literature and ArtsANI 100, 102, 205, ART, CIN, DAN, ENG 229, 230, LIT, MUS, or THA
Field 4HistoryHIS
Field 5Social SciencesANT (except 208, 230), COM 101, CRJ, ECO, GEO, PSC, PSY, or SOC
Field 6Natural SciencesANT 208, 230, BIO, CHE, PHS, or PHY
Field 7Mathematical SciencesCPS 120, or MAT 105 or higher
Knowledge and Skills
 JusticeNo Equivalent / Take at Canisius
 EthicsPHI 153
 Diversity (of American culture)HIS 120 or 122
 Global Awareness (Non-US Culture)HIS 112
 Advanced Writing-IntensiveNo Equivalent / Take at Canisius
 Oral CommunicationSPE 102
Core Capstone
 Core CapstoneNo Equivalent / Take at Canisius