CANISIUS COLLEGE
- 2001 Main St
- Buffalo, NY 14208
- OPEID College Code: 00268100
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- General Phone: (716) 883-7000
- President: Vincent M. Cooke, S.j.
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 4,774
- College Mascot: Golden Griffins
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Canisius College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
About
Canisius College was founded in 1870 in Buffalo, New York by the Society of Jesus and one of 28 Jesuit institutions in the nation. Canisius College is a private four year institution that boasts modern facilities, small classroom sizes, and an educated and professional faculty. The Campus is 77 acres and houses 32 buildings, and provides students will all the resources necessary to obtain a good education.
Academics
Canisius College offers over 125 majors and minors, with accreditation coming from several sources. The faculty is highly qualified, and the offering range from graduate to post-graduate degrees. Some programs are offered online to accommodate students with more difficult schedules.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrolling at Canisius College can complete the online application. For information regarding admissions and requirements students can contact the admissions office. Financial aid is available to eligible students. Students in need of financial id should contact the financial aid office and begin the process to determine eligibility.
Athletics
The Canisius College Golden Griffins participate in the NCAA Division I and the MAAC (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Recent years have seen successes in Canisius College's Lacrosse and Baseball teams.
Sports programs:
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming & Diving
- Rowing
- Synchronized Swimming
- Volleyball
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army
- Religious Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Website
- www.canisius.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate Professional (Education Dominant)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Residential
Canisius College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.canisius.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $40.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,581 | 2,266 | 3,847 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 1,214 (77%) | 1,691 (75%) | 2,905 (76%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 369 (30%) | 438 (26%) | 807 (28%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2008
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 592 | 79% |
| ACT ® Exam | 154 | 21% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2008
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 500 | 610 |
| SAT ® Math | 510 | 630 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 22 | 27 |
| ACT ® English | - | - |
| ACT ® Math | - | - |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 99%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 76% | 28% | 59% | 98% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,913 | $6,489 | $2,756 | $16,190 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.0% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| Number in Default | 43 | 34 | 23 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,073 | 1,146 | 1,667 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $29,512 | $28,157 | $26,427 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $29,512 | $28,157 | $26,427 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $29,512 | $28,157 | $26,427 |
| Books and Supplies | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,556 | $10,150 | $9,770 |
| Other Expenses | $1,130 | $1,130 | $1,130 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,556 | $10,150 | $9,770 |
| Other Expenses | $1,130 | $1,130 | $1,130 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,560 | $1,130 | $2,560 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $41,898 | $40,137 | $38,027 |
| In-State | $41,898 | $40,137 | $38,027 |
| Out of State | $41,898 | $40,137 | $38,027 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $41,898 | $40,137 | $38,027 |
| In-State | $41,898 | $40,137 | $38,027 |
| Out of State | $41,898 | $40,137 | $38,027 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $32,772 | $31,417 | $29,687 |
| In-State | $32,772 | $31,417 | $29,687 |
| Out of State | $32,772 | $31,417 | $29,687 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 4,774 Undergraduate: 3,196 Graduate: 1,578
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,161 Female: 2,613
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,527 Female: 1,669
- Graduate Gender Male: 634 Female: 944
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,849 Part-Time: 925
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,050 Part-Time: 146
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 799 Part-Time: 779
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 339 | 7% |
| American Indian | 14 | 0.3% |
| Black | 258 | 5% |
| Asian | 59 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 96 | 2% |
| White | 3,426 | 72% |
| Unknown | 582 | 12% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 74 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,426 | 30% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,337 | 28% |
| Ages 22-24 | 796 | 17% |
| Ages 25-29 | 558 | 12% |
| Ages 30-34 | 217 | 5% |
| Ages 35-39 | 128 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 151 | 3% |
| Ages 50-65 | 53 | 1% |
| Age Over 65 | 9 | 0.2% |
| Age Unknown | 25 | 0.5% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,016 | 639 | 377 |
| Faculty Status | 467 | 211 | 256 |
| Tenured Faculty | 176 | 153 | 23 |
| Graduate Assistants | 2 | - | 2 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 458 | 202 | 256 |
| Primarily Instruction | 458 | 202 | 256 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 38 | 38 | - |
| Other Professionals | 165 | 159 | 6 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 355 | 240 | 115 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 215 | 120 | 95 |
| Skilled Crafts | 18 | 18 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 98 | 82 | 16 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $74,494 (202) | $79,010 (124) | $67,315 (78) |
| Professor | $87,254 (72) | $89,907 (48) | $81,949 (24) |
| Associate Professor | $74,850 (72) | $79,590 (44) | $67,403 (28) |
| Assistant Professor | $59,175 (56) | $61,867 (32) | $55,586 (24) |
| Instructor | $31,212 (2) | - (-) | $31,212 (2) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $74,494 (202) | $79,010 (124) | $67,315 (78) |
| Professor | $87,254 (72) | $89,907 (48) | $81,949 (24) |
| Associate Professor | $74,850 (72) | $79,590 (44) | $67,403 (28) |
| Assistant Professor | $59,175 (56) | $61,867 (32) | $55,586 (24) |
| Instructor | $31,212 (2) | - (-) | $31,212 (2) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $3,942,664 | $1,927,727 | $2,014,937 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 49% | 51% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 348 | 197 | 151 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 342 | 196 | 146 |
| Baseball | 38 | 38 | - |
| Basketball | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Golf | 9 | 9 | - |
| Ice Hockey | 27 | 27 | - |
| Lacrosse | 68 | 44 | 24 |
| Soccer | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Softball | 17 | - | 17 |
| Swimming and Diving | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Synchronized Swimming | 16 | - | 16 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Volleyball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $69,003 | $57,624 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $26,130 | $22,666 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Ice Hockey | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Lacrosse | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Soccer | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Softball | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
| Swimming and Diving | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Synchronized Swimming | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 82%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 68% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 68% |
| Female | 69% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 93% |
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 40% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 63% |
| White | 70% |
| Unknown | 65% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 57% |
| 5 Years | 66% |
| 6 Years | 68% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 2 | 1 |
| Drug Related | 4 | 3 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 5 | 15 |
| Arson | 1 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 2 |
| Robbery | 1 | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 12 | 21 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
