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At Niagara University, you will not be the same person you were yesterday. Every moment will change you as discovery awaits around every corner on our campus, in our coursework, and within our community. Come find passionate people and inspiring places that will cause transformation within you. We hear it often and see it in our loyal and dedicated Purple Eagle alumni—students leave better than they came, with a newfound confidence. With cutting-edge resources, experiential learning, personalized instruction, and a greater sense of community. Come find the very best version of yourself. Find your wings.
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Being at Niagara has shaped me into the person I am today. I was able to complete internships and study abroad trips that changed my life. As I use the resources provided to me from my classes and my professors to navigate the real world, I really look back with such a grateful feeling for everything Niagara has given me.” – ABIGAIL MYLOCK, ’24 Theatre Studies and Performance
Y R E V O C S I D
S T I A W A
Academic Experiences The journey to discovering who you’ll be on graduation day (and beyond) begins with the first day of classes at Niagara University. Our experienced faculty will welcome you, learn who you are, and mentor you. It won’t be long before you’re presented with an opportunity to gain hands-on learning experiences in your field of study, as soon as your very first semester on campus. You’ll be challenged in all the best ways, supported by a community of academics and mentors dedicated to making sure you can soar with purpose.
87
17
%
OF FACULTY HAVE EARNED THE HIGHEST DEGREE IN THEIR FIELD
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
10:1
STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO
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It’s about what each student can take away from this research experience. They participate in solving real-world problems. They grow into themselves, become confident, and learn through the excitement of discovery. It’s a privilege for me to participate in the development of a new scientist.” – MARY MCCOURT, PH.D. Michael and Aimee Kakos Endowed Chair and Professor of Chemistry Director, Niagara University Biomedical Research Institute Schoellkopf Medal Winner 2020
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Actuarial Science Art History with Museum Studies Biochemistry Biology Biotechnology Chemistry: BA/BS Communication and Media Studies Computer and Information Sciences Criminology and Criminal Justice English Environmental Science: B.A./B.S. French Gerontology History International Studies Liberal Arts Life Sciences Mathematics: B.A./B.S. Philosophy Political Science Psychology: B.A./B.S. Religious Studies Social Work Sociology Spanish Theatre: BFA Design and Production Performance Theatre Specialization Theatre Studies Associate Degree General Studies A.A.
COLLEGE OF NURSING
Nursing Traditional Four Year B.S. Accelerated Second Degree B.S.
80+ majors 60+ MINORS 6 PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRACKS
HOLZSCHUH COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Accounting: B.B.A. Economics: B.A./B.S. Finance Food Industry Management Management Human Resources Integrative/General International Business Marketing Food and Consumer-Packaged Goods Social Media, Digital Marketing, and AI Global Supply Chain Management Associate Degree Business A.A.S.
COLLEGE OF HOSPITALITY, SPORT, AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT
Hotel and Restaurant Management Food and Beverage Management Luxury Hospitality Operations Sport Management Tourism and Recreation Management Event and Meeting Management Tourism Destination Management
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Single and Dual Certifications: Early Childhood and Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 6) Childhood and Middle Childhood Education (Grade 1 - Grade 9) Middle Childhood and Adolescence Education (Grade 5 - Grade 12) Special Education and Childhood (All Grades) Special Education and Adolescence (All Grades) Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Concentration Areas: Biology, Business, Chemistry, English Language Arts, French, Liberal Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Spanish
UNDECIDED? You’re in the right place
Our nationally recognized Academic and Career Exploration program is one of Niagara’s largest freshman majors. It’s designed for students looking to pair the right major with relevant professional experiences and career pathways.
Niagara University reserves the right to change the programs, schedules, or other terms and provisions described herein.
ACCELERATED MASTER’S OFFER
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
We also have a 3+1 accelerated accounting program, a 4+1 accelerated cyber defense program, and a 3+3 pre-law track where Niagara students can complete their studies at the University at Buffalo or St. John University to graduate with a law degree one year early.
• Easier transition: The program allows students to start taking graduate courses during their senior year. You can even apply during your junior year with approval from your department.
EDUCATION
Initial Teacher Education: * Early Childhood and Childhood Education (Elementary) Middle Childhood and Adolescence Education (Secondary)* Concentration Areas: Biology, Business, Chemistry, English Language Arts, French, Mathematics, Social Studies, Spanish Literacy and English Language Learners Literacy Instruction (All Grades) * Special Education (All Grades) † TESOL *† Early Childhood and Special Education *† Educational Leadership † Theatre Education (P-12) *
COUNSELING
Applied Behavior Analysis † School Counseling * School Psychology Clinical Mental Health Counseling * Bridge Program/CAS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION*
Accounting Business Administration Finance Global Business and Supply Chain Management Healthcare Administration Human Resource Management International Business Strategic Management ‡ Strategic Marketing ‡
• Shortened timeframe: Students can obtain an undergraduate and a graduate degree in much less time than it takes to complete separate degrees. • Lower costs: Graduate-level courses taken as an undergraduate are paid for through the undergraduate block tuition rate.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION *† MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CYBER DEFENSE *†
All programs with the asterisk symbol (*) have the option for an accelerated course of study.
MASTER OF ARTS IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES ‡
(†) indicates an online program.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
(‡) indicates online or on-campus options.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING EDUCATION †
PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRACKS Pre-Dental Pre-Law Pre-Medical Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Veterinary ROTC – ARMY
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE * MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SPORT MANAGEMENT *
PH.D.
ACCELERATED MASTER’S
Niagara University’s accelerated programs allow undergraduate students to take graduate-level courses that count toward their bachelor’s and master’s degrees at NU. Students can begin taking graduate coursework before officially starting a graduate degree and even pursue a graduate degree that differs from their undergraduate major.
LEADERSHIP AND POLICY †
We believe the best way to learn is by doing, so get ready to fully participate in your academic program, engaging in hands-on experiences to fast-track your development.
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F L E S T S BE
High impact practice (students engaging in one or more internship, research study, study abroad, or other learning opportunities outside of the classroom with faculty engagement)
70 % 95
first-year NU students % of participate*
INTERNSHIPS, OPPORTUNITIES, AND FIELD EXPERIENCES
(compared to 57% at other schools)
of senior NU students participate*
(compared to 84% at other schools)
*According to the 2024 National Survey of Student Engagement
SABRES SCHOLARS
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FOOD INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP
My classes and professors really laid the groundwork for me to get an internship at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, N.Y. They’ve helped with the transition from classwork to hands-on work. You can really see how the things they teach in textbooks and in the Sim Lab translate to helping actual people in a hospital.” – DAMION LATTIMER, ’25 Nursing
FIRST SEMESTER CLASSROOM PLACEMENTS FOR TEACHERS
DEMOGRAPHICS
(as of Fall 2025)
Women
67%
Men
33%
White
51%
African-American, Hispanic, Asian, and Additional Racial Identities
18%
Multi-Racial/Ethnic Identities
31%
In-State Residents
64%
Out-of-State Residents
8%
International Students
28%
First-Year Residential Students
71%
First-Year Commuter Students
29%
NU ACCEPTED STUDENT PROFILE
(incoming Fall 2025)
3.6
Average High School GPA
82%
Applied Test Optional
36%
Self-Identified as Student of Color
Applying to
A R A G NIA
Always free to apply Rolling admissions without deadlines Test optional Available on Common App
NIAGARA UNIVERSITY OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM (NUOP) Through a partnership between the Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program and the New York State Education Department, NUOP provides numerous educational opportunities to qualified students with limited financial resources to attend Niagara University. To ensure equity for all, NUOP offers various academic support and economic scholarships for students with diverse needs who meet eligibility requirements.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
NURSING REQUIREMENTS
NUOP REQUIREMENTS
85 or higher
85 or higher
76-86
Strongly Encouraged
Strongly Encouraged
Strongly Encouraged
Official high school transcript GPA minimum Biology and Chemistry grade 1-2 letters of recommendation 250+ word essay
(only if test optional)
New York State resident Meet economic criteria
TIPS FOR YOUR COLLEGE ESSAY •
Aug. 1, 2026
Application portal opens
Oct. 1, 2026
Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
minor experiences can make a big impact.
Oct. 31, 2026
Deadline to visit and apply for $5,000 Eagle Experience Scholarship
A well-written essay demonstrates a
Spring 2027
Accepted Student Events at Niagara
May 1, 2027
National College Decision Day
Summer 2027
Summer Orientation at Niagara
This is your opportunity to share your story – be creative!
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IMPORTANT ADMISSION DATES
Think outside the box – even seemingly
number of things and helps us to become your advocate!
Cross the bridge to Canada for the short ride to
students can customize their living experience to
Toronto, visit the mighty Niagara Falls, or enjoy the
who they are, and want to be. Our campus creates
history and culture of the quaint Village of Lewiston.
a sense of belonging for students, becoming their
THE WORLD IS WITHIN YOUR REACH AT NU.
home away from home.
Nestled on a picturesque campus that overlooks
Once you’re here, it’s easy to see that where we are is
the Niagara River Gorge, the variety of locations
so much a part of who we are. It’s why our students
and attractions around Niagara University means
graduate as global citizens who are world-ready.
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170 80 25 8 ACRE CAMPUS
MINUTES TO TORONTO
MINUTES TO BUFFALO
MINUTES TO NIAGARA FALLS
E C A P S
“
I expanded my horizons at Niagara. I met industry professionals at conferences, gained insight through mentors, and found inspiration through professors. I found my lifelong passion through the many opportunities that were offered to me. I recommend study abroad, as it changed my life, inspiring me to get work placement in the United Kingdom.” – WILLIAM NEERBASCH, ’24 Marketing
D N I F N O I S S PA YOUR
Student Life With the variety of academic programs, campus activities, and local attractions, every Niagara student’s experience looks different because you can build your day-to-day your way. We’re the ideal size for any student to be engaged, become a leader, and make lifelong memories.
Experien tial Spaces
Campus Activities
Recrea tion
A ttractions
3.4
D N FI
AVERAGE GPA OF OUR DI STUDENT ATHLETES
R U O Y
At Niagara, purple is more than just a color. Our Purple Eagles form a tight-knit community that bonds all of us to a common cause: to inspire a heightened sense of purpose in ourselves and the people around us. Whether you’re in the stands or in the game, you can see it during our Division I and club sports games. Future doctors, teachers, CEOs, social workers, lawyers, nurses, computer programmers, governmental leaders, and NBA Hall of Famers have sharpened their mettle in the athletic arena at Niagara. Confidence is inspired here—and you’ll carry it with you whichever field and community you choose. At Niagara, purple represents the power of potential. It will look great on you.
19Division I Sports Baseball (M)
Hockey (M)
Swimming (M and W)
Basketball (M and W)
Lacrosse (W)
Tennis (M and W)
Bowling (W)
Soccer (M and W)
Track and Field (W)
Cross Country (M and W)
Softball (W)
Volleyball (W)
Golf (M and W)
21Club Sports
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Niagara University and Niagara Baseball have profoundly shaped my life, teaching me accountability, teamwork, and selflessness. The camaraderie built on the field mirrors the strong community on campus, pushing me to excel academically and personally. Every challenge has deepened my commitment to growth, preparing me for success beyond graduation.” – ZACK CAMERON, ’23 Teacher Education
PRIDE Baseball (M)
Figure Skating (W)
Soccer (M and W)
Basketball (M and W)
Flag Football (W)
Softball (W)
Danceline (W)
Hockey (M and W)
Tennis (M and W)
E-Sports (M and W)
Lacrosse (M)
Volleyball (M and W)
Field Hockey (W)
Rugby (M and W)
R U D O Y FIN “
E L P PEO
The community at Niagara University is extremely welcoming, and willing to push you to lengths you never thought you could really go. They challenge you to become the best version of yourself. I flourished in that.” – CHEYENNE FREELY, ’19 Law Associate, Hodgson Russ Attorneys LLP
Career Support
ISAAC DE LOS SANTOS, ’15, MBA’16 Senior Vice President, Business Banking, M&T Bank
ASHLEY DECKER, ’19, MBA’20 Associate Digital Integrated and Performance Marketing Manager, Rich Products
MARYALICE DEMLER, ’86 Anchor, WGRZ-TV Channel 2 News
KIMBERLY ALEXANDER CARLO, ’15, M.S.ED.’17 Teacher, Lewiston-Porter School District Milken Educator Award Winner
JEFFREY R. HOLZSCHUH, ’82 Chairman, Institutional Securities Group, Morgan Stanley
VIENGVILAY VONGKHILY, ’16, RN Registered Nurse, Golisano Children’s Hospital
MICHAEL NICHOLSON, ’88 President and Chief Operating Officer, J.Crew Group
CHRISTIAN GLOWINSKI, ’07 Senior Director of Facility Operations, Allegiant Stadium
Niagara students have access to the Gacioch Center for Career and Professional Development starting in their freshman year. THE CAREER CENTER IS YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP FOR: •
Career counseling
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Internship, employment, and graduate school search assistance
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Practice interviews
•
Resume and cover letter critiques
•
Networking connections
•
Handshake: The Get Hired Portal
Through expert classroom instruction, paid experiential learning opportunities, and career support, Niagara University is the place where 49,000 living alumni (and counting) took off to soar through life. You’ll gain lifelong connections who will root for your success and support you every step of the way. If you decide to continue your studies into graduate, law, or medical school, our programs have active partnerships and incentives that will boost you to the next stage of your development.
43K LIVING ALUMNI
IN
50 STATES
AND
32 COUNTRIES
N O I T I U T AND AID There are indisputable lifetime benefits to a private, high-quality university education. Niagara University is committed to making tuition accessible for every admitted student, so we will work with you to reach your goals. Connect with your counselor and our team will create a personalized plan for you and your family.
2026-27 ACADEMIC YEAR Resident Tuition and Fees (before aid) Tuition.................................................................. $39,260 Room and Board.................................................$14,360 Student Services...................................................$1,920 One-time registration fee......................................$225 Books...........................................................................$720 Total...................................................................... $56,485 Commuter Tuition and Fees (before aid)
Level Tuition Plan Available to full-time freshmen, the Level
Tuition.................................................................. $39,260
Tuition Plan allows students to lock in
Room and Board...........................................................$0
their tuition rate for four consecutive
Student Services...................................................$1,920
years. Rest assured that if costs rise in the
One-time registration fee......................................$225
years ahead, yours will remain the same.
Books...........................................................................$720 Total........................................................................$42,125
RECEIVE STACKABLE SCHOLARSHIPS AND AID OPPORTUNITIES AT NU, INCLUDING: Undergraduate Merit Scholarships $15-25K per year (*Fall 2026 rates)
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Admitted Niagara University students are automatically considered for these offers based on high school transcripts and, if submitted, standardized test scores.
A college education is a sound financial decision: people who graduate from a four-year university earn almost $1.1 million more in their lifetimes than those with a high school degree. Our dedicated financial aid team is here to empower students and families through personalized support and resources, ensuring that they can achieve their educational goals within the context of accessibility and affordability.”
#1 BEST VALUE IN THE NORTH – KATIE KOCSIS, ’07, M.S.ED.’12 Director of Financial Aid
U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT 2024-2025
EAGLE EXPERIENCE SCHOLARSHIP $1,250 per year Eligible for students who visit and apply to Niagara by Oct. 31, 2026. FULL FLIGHT SCHOLARSHIP Free tuition for four years Opportunity for driven students who are full Pell eligible.
200
+
ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS
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N O I T I U T AND AID There are indisputable lifetime benefits to a private, high-quality university education. Niagara University is committed to making tuition accessible for every admitted student, so we will work with you to reach your goals. Connect with your counselor and our team will create a personalized plan for you and your family.
2026-27 ACADEMIC YEAR Resident Tuition and Fees (before aid) Tuition.................................................................. $39,260 Room and Board.................................................$14,360 Student Services...................................................$1,920 One-time registration fee......................................$225 Books...........................................................................$720 Total...................................................................... $56,485 Commuter Tuition and Fees (before aid)
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Niagara University is a remarkable place, the home away from home for more than 4,000 students from across the United States, Canada, and nearly 75 additional countries. Our world-class faculty, mentors of the mind and heart, blend personalized attention with high-level teaching and research as part of their deep commitment to your success. Here, you will find a nurturing living-learning community that inspires growth, transforms lives, and prepares you to develop Level Tuition Plan your life and career path.” Available to full-time freshmen, the Level
Tuition.................................................................. $39,260
Tuition Plan allows students to lock in
Room and Board...........................................................$0
their tuition rate for four consecutive
Student Services...................................................$1,920
years. Rest assured that if costs rise in the
One-time registration fee......................................$225
years ahead, yours will remain the same.
Books...........................................................................$720 Total........................................................................$42,125
– REV. JAMES J. MAHER, C.M. President
RECEIVE STACKABLE SCHOLARSHIPS AND AID OPPORTUNITIES AT NU, INCLUDING: Undergraduate Merit Scholarships $15-25K per year (*Fall 2026 rates) Admitted Niagara University students are automatically considered for these offers based on high school transcripts and, if submitted, standardized test scores.
EAGLE EXPERIENCE SCHOLARSHIP $1,250 per year Eligible for students who visit and apply to Niagara by Oct. 31, 2026. FULL FLIGHT SCHOLARSHIP Free tuition for four years Opportunity for driven students who are full Pell eligible.
200
+
ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS
#1 BEST VALUE IN THE NORTH U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT 2025 AND 2026
two years in a row!
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Y R O D F A RE
T H G FLI
For more than 170 years, Niagara University has helped tens of thousands of students build a growing alumni community and realize their potential to rise, succeed, and transform the world. We invite you to join the next class who will find their wings at Niagara.
NEXT Steps
NIAGARA BY THE NUMBERS ACADEMICS
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80+ majors
pre-professional programs
Plan your visit today at niagara.edu/visit
60+
15
minors
accelerated master’s programs
30+ graduate programs
FACULTY
Engage with experienced instructors who will provide you with the individualized attention you deserve.
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student-tofaculty ratio
87%
average class size
of faculty have earned the highest degree in their field
COMMUNITY
Find your people—academically and socially—to create lifelong bonds.
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100+
undergraduate students
student clubs and organizations
43K living alumni
STUDY ABROAD
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INVESTING IN OUR STUDENTS
Niagara University prioritizes rich investments in programs, campus facilities, and student support. Your success is our success.
niagara.edu
99%
of incoming students receive financial aid
$
11.5M
Kiernan Recreation Center renovation 09.26
58.5M
$
Niagara University’s grants to undergraduate students
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