NIAGARA UNIVERSITY (NU)
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- Niagara University, NY 14109
- OPEID College Code: 00278800
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- General Phone: (716) 285-1212
- President: Joseph L Levesque C.m.
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 4,202
- College Alias: NU
- College Mascot: Purple Eagles
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Niagara University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army
- Religious Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Website
- www.niagara.edu
- Mission Statement
- Niagara University educates its students and enriches their lives through programs in the liberal arts and through career preparation, informed by the Catholic and Vincentian traditions.
Enabling goals:
As a university, Niagara prepares its students for positions of responsibility in the professions and in the broader society. Through teaching, research and service in programs of study at the baccalaureate and graduate levels, Niagara seeks to develop within its students a passion for learning.
The university's commitment to the Catholic doctrine and its moral code inspire respect for the God-given digity of every person and all faith traditions Studenrs experience the vision and reality of a gospel-based, value-centered education.
As a vincentian university, Niagara draws inspiration from St. Vincent de Paul, who organized his contemporaries to respond compassionately to people's basic needs. Continuig this tradition, Niagara seeks to inspire its students to serve all members fo society, especially the poor and oppressed, in local communities and in the larger world.
Overall, through its curricular and extracurricular programs, Niagara University seeks to develop the whole person, mind, body, heart and soul, for the benefit of one's personal and professional life.
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 Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate Professional (Education Dominant)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Highly Residential
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- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $30.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $30.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,043 | 1,899 | 2,942 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 840 (81%) | 1,522 (80%) | 2,362 (80%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 272 (32%) | 405 (27%) | 677 (29%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 645 | 95% |
| ACT ® Exam | 299 | 44% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 490 | 590 |
| SAT ® Math | 470 | 570 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 19 | 25 |
| 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.
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- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 77% | 39% | 54% | 100% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $9,630 | $4,415 | $2,213 | $19,204 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.1% | 3.2% | 2.9% |
| Number in Default | 35 | 29 | 33 |
| Number in Repayment | 844 | 901 | 1,117 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $24,700 | $23,450 | $22,300 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $24,700 | $23,450 | $22,300 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $24,700 | $23,450 | $22,300 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,250 | $9,750 | $9,300 |
| Other Expenses | $1,450 | $1,450 | $1,450 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,600 | $7,600 | $7,450 |
| Other Expenses | $3,300 | $3,000 | $2,800 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,000 | $3,000 | $1,800 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $37,300 | $35,550 | $33,950 |
| In-State | $37,300 | $35,550 | $33,950 |
| Out of State | $37,300 | $35,550 | $33,950 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $36,500 | $34,950 | $33,450 |
| In-State | $36,500 | $34,950 | $33,450 |
| Out of State | $36,500 | $34,950 | $33,450 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $27,600 | $26,350 | $25,000 |
| In-State | $27,600 | $26,350 | $25,000 |
| Out of State | $27,600 | $26,350 | $25,000 |
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: 4,202 Undergraduate: 3,260 Graduate: 942
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,545 Female: 2,657
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,219 Female: 2,041
- Graduate Gender Male: 326 Female: 616
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,574 Part-Time: 628
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,968 Part-Time: 292
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 606 Part-Time: 336
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 805 | 19% |
| American Indian | 22 | 0.5% |
| Black | 142 | 3% |
| Asian | 41 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 73 | 2% |
| White | 2,703 | 64% |
| Unknown | 416 | 10% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 91 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,232 | 29% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,186 | 28% |
| Ages 22-24 | 712 | 17% |
| Ages 25-29 | 446 | 11% |
| Ages 30-34 | 143 | 3% |
| Ages 35-39 | 126 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 198 | 5% |
| Ages 50-65 | 42 | 1% |
| Age Over 65 | 3 | 0.07% |
| Age Unknown | 23 | 0.5% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 738 | 467 | 271 |
| Faculty Status | 337 | 149 | 188 |
| Tenured Faculty | 80 | 80 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 336 | 148 | 188 |
| Primarily Instruction | 336 | 148 | 188 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 65 | 65 | - |
| Other Professionals | 177 | 129 | 48 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 160 | 125 | 35 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 110 | 83 | 27 |
| Skilled Crafts | 14 | 14 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 22 | 15 | 7 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $65,325 (148) | $67,324 (90) | $62,224 (58) |
| Professor | $87,815 (27) | $86,836 (19) | $90,140 (8) |
| Associate Professor | $65,864 (54) | $67,521 (34) | $63,048 (20) |
| Assistant Professor | $56,323 (63) | $57,475 (35) | $54,883 (28) |
| Instructor | $46,650 (1) | - (-) | $46,650 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $65,325 (148) | $67,324 (90) | $62,224 (58) |
| Professor | $87,815 (27) | $86,836 (19) | $90,140 (8) |
| Associate Professor | $65,864 (54) | $67,521 (34) | $63,048 (20) |
| Assistant Professor | $56,323 (63) | $57,475 (35) | $54,883 (28) |
| Instructor | $46,650 (1) | - (-) | $46,650 (1) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $3,499,819 | $1,575,473 | $1,924,346 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 45% | 55% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 313 | 150 | 163 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 309 | 150 | 159 |
| Baseball | 26 | 26 | - |
| Basketball | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Golf | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Ice Hockey | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Lacrosse | 20 | - | 20 |
| Soccer | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Softball | 17 | - | 17 |
| Swimming and Diving | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Tennis | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Volleyball | 11 | - | 11 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $66 | $47,098 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $31,861 | $22,913 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Golf | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Ice Hockey | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Lacrosse | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Soccer | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Softball | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
| Swimming and Diving | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Tennis | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 76%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 100%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 65% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 65% |
| Female | 65% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 83% |
| American Indian | 60% |
| Black | 45% |
| Asian | 38% |
| Hispanic | 36% |
| White | 68% |
| Unknown | 40% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 59% |
| 5 Years | 64% |
| 6 Years | 65% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 2 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 2 | 4 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 4 | 1 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 4 | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
