Canisius University
Buffalo, NY. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Buffalo, NY · Large city |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 1,685 |
| Acceptance rate | 78% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1050–1320 · 29% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1010–1280 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 22–28 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 71% |
| First-year retention | 80% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 11:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $44,322 |
| Application fee | $0 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Action: Dec 1, 2026
- Regular Decision: Rolling
Most popular majors: Biology, Business, Parks, recreation & fitness, Communications, Social sciences.