NIAGARA UNIVERSITY

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Niagara University

School Overview

Niagara University has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located at the edge of a large city (in Niagara University, NY). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

Niagara University, NY 14109
Main Phone: (716) 285-1212
Web Site: www.niagara.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 3,153 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 297 male students and 440 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 40.3% of the student body, while females made up 59.7%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (4)%, Hispanic (2)%, Asian (1)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 82.5% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 470. One quarter of students scored at least 580.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 470 or higher. One fourth of students scored 570 or higher.

Degree Levels

Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Certificate, Post-Bachelor's
Master's Degree
Certificate, Post-Master's

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Communications

General Communications

Computer

Computer And Information Sciences

Education

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Romance Language And Literature

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Drama And Theater Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Chemistry

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

General Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Social Work

School Accreditation

Niagara University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Niagara University is accredited regionally. The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Niagara University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
Accelerated programs
AP credits
Credit for life experience
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 25,750
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 20,500
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 25,750

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school rank is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Recommendations are recommended.
A college preparatory program is recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

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