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Canisius College, established in 1870, is a private Catholic college located in the Delaware Park district of Buffalo, New York. It was founded by the members of the Society of Jesus. The college offers enrollment to more than 3,000 undergraduates and over 1,000 postgraduate students every year. The campus is spread across 58 acres of land and houses over 30 buildings. Canisius College comprises of the:
Through these schools, Canisius College offers more than 70 minors, majors and special programs of study. It is particularly well known for its finance program.
The college’s sports teams are nicknamed the Golden Griffins. It sponsors more than 10 men’s and women’s teams in sports of baseball, basketball, lacrosse, cross country, ice hockey, swimming and diving, golf, volleyball, softball and soccer. The Golden Griffins have won a number of Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference titles in softball, lacrosse and baseball.
Canisius is located in a large city, in Buffalo, NY. The school is officially a Roman Catholic school. Canisius is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at the school top out at the Post-Master's certificate.
One of the good things about Canisius is its wide range of programs leading to degrees. Students at the school often study media and education and teaching.
The admissions department at Canisius does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 490 to 590 in 2007. A quarter of students admitted in 2007 scored 610 or higher on the math SAT. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, Canisius tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
The school offers classes to 4,984 students (4,418 full-time equivalent).
Canisius serves primarily full-time students. Many students live in housing on or near campus. Canisius does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Canisius College
2001 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14208-1098
General Phone: (716) 883-7000
http://WWW.Canisius.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 584 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, secondary teaching, educational administration, school counseling, special education, reading teaching, education, ... |
| Business And Management | 259 | business management, marketing, accounting, finance, accounting and management, international business, MIS, accounting technology, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 135 | political science, English, history, social services, sociology, economics, international relations, Spanish language, ... |
| Media | 109 | communication studies, digital communications, organizational communications |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 92 | health and physical education, sports and fitness management, athletic trainer |
| Therapy And Counseling | 89 | psychology, mental health counseling |
| Science | 67 | biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, chemistry, physics |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 41 | criminal justice and administration |
| Medical Support And Technology | 12 | health service and sciences, clinical lab tech |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 6 | computer science |
| Fine Arts | 4 | art history and criticism |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 2 | environmental science |
| Engineering Technician | 1 | telecommunications tech |
| Religion And Philosophy | 1 | religion, philosophy |
| Music | 0 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Canisius in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 762 | 49 |
| Master's degree | 604 | 20 |
| Post-master's certificate | 33 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 8 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 1 | 1 |
In 2007, Canisius had a total enrollment of 4,984 students (4,418 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 64% |
| Graduate | 36% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 8% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 29% |
| 20-21 | 28% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 81 % |
Canisius offers campus housing for 1,534 of its 4,418 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Buffalo, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,762 | 2,882 | 77% | 755 | 26% |
| Men | 1,610 | 1,233 | 77% | 358 | 29% |
| Women | 2,152 | 1,649 | 77% | 397 | 24% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 490 | 590 |
| SAT Math | 510 | 610 |
| SAT Writing | 480 | 580 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 95% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 30% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 26,427 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 26,427 |
| Room and board | $ 9,770 |
| Room charge | $ 5,790 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,980 |
| Books and supplies | $ 700 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,130 |
Financial Aid:
Canisius participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 268100)
Canisius has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 86 | 48 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 16 | 23 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 7 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 47 | $84,775 | 19 | $78,031 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 39 | $73,725 | 31 | $63,620 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 19 | $54,311 | 27 | $51,211 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 106 | $74,874 | 78 | $62,478 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference |
| Track | Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 99 | 95 | 194 |
| Basketball | 12 | 14 | 26 |
| Baseball | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| Track | 6 | 5 | 11 |
| All Other Sports | 58 | 76 | 134 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Accounting and Business/Management
Business Administration and Management, General
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Business Teacher Education
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Education/Teaching Individuals - Early Childhood Spec Ed Pgms
Education/Teaching Individuals - Hearing Impairments
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Special Education and Teaching, Other
Superintendency and Educational System Administration
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Telecommunications Technology/Technician
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
European Studies/Civilization
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Organizational Communication, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Canisius Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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