Niagara University
Niagara University, New York · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$17,248
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
74.5%
Admission rate
87%
Undergrad size
2,653
In-state tuition
$39,345
Out-of-state tuition
$39,345
Cost of attendance
$51,632
Median earnings (10y)
$56,196
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,168
- ACT midpoint
- 25
- Retention
- 80.4%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Heavily focused on social sciences (51% of credentials).
- STEM7%
- Health10%
- Business19%
- Humanities & arts9%
- Social sciences51%
- Trades & services4%
- Education36.3%~964 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business18.7%~497 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions10.1%~268 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Social sciences8.0%~213 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology4.4%~118 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~99 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~96 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts2.9%~77 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.5%~66 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication2.5%~66 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~63 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~48 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.3%~33 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~15 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.3%~7 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~7 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~7 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.1%~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 307 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 178 | $66,576 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 148 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 140 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master's | 108 | $53,180 | — |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 106 | $37,852 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 88 | $38,316 | $25,146 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 77 | $32,401 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 64 | — | $26,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Graduate certificate | 64 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 61 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 61 | $21,682 | — |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 59 | $28,915 | $26,623 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 55 | — | $26,026 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor's | 53 | $33,188 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 52 | $29,862 | $25,280 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 43 | $48,683 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 42 | $26,629 | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 39 | $39,576 | $25,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 36 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 34 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Graduate certificate | 28 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 25 | — | — |
| Public Policy Analysis. | Doctoral | 24 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 23 | — | — |
| Criminology. | Master's | 22 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 20 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master's | 19 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 14 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Master's | 12 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Niagara University
Niagara University is a mid-sized institution located in Niagara University, New York, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,653 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Education, Business, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Niagara University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,248 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $39,345 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $51,632 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 74.5%, a strong completion outcome. 80.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $56,196 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Niagara University confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Education, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (51% of credentials), business (19% of credentials), health (10% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Niagara University accepts 87% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,168. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 25.
Location & campus
Set in Niagara University, New York (suburb), Niagara University draws students from across New York and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Niagara University
Q.How much does Niagara University cost?
The average net price at Niagara University is $17,248 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $51,632.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Niagara University?
Niagara University has a 6-year graduation rate of 74.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Niagara University?
Niagara University admits 87% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Niagara University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Niagara University graduate earns $56,196 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Niagara University?
Published tuition is $39,345 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Niagara University located?
Niagara University is located in Niagara University, New York (ZIP 14109).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Niagara University at their official website.