Niagara University
Niagara University is a private research university in Niagara University, New York, serving roughly 2,653 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 87.37% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $56,196 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $39,345
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,248 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 87.37% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,653 98.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 74.51%
- Average SAT Score: 1168
Niagara University: what the data shows
Common questions about Niagara University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Niagara University?
Niagara University is located in Niagara University, NY (ZIP 14109).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Niagara University public or private?
Niagara University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Niagara University cost?
Published tuition: $39,345.
Average net price after aid: $17,248.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $9,564 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,510 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,322 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $20,355 |
| $110,001+ | $22,990 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $157,380.
How hard is it to get into Niagara University?
Admission rate: 87.37%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1168 and midpoint ACT 25.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Niagara University?
Total enrollment: 2,653 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Niagara University?
150%-time completion rate: 74.51%.
First-year retention: 80.4%.
What do graduates of Niagara University earn?
Median earnings: $48,289 six years after entry; $56,196 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,475.
27.19% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Niagara University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (1,601 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (275 completions)
- Education - 13.1017 (197 completions)
- Agricultural Business and Management (176 completions)
- CIP 422814 (113 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (73 completions)
- Business Administration, Management, & Operations (62 completions)
- Social Sciences - 45.0401 (61 completions)
- CIP 520201 (48 completions)
- CIP 511599 (42 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Niagara University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 87.37%; completion rate 74.51%; median earnings $56,196 at 10 years; net price $17,248. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$39,345
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Niagara University was $39,345.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,248
2024 Value
In 2024 Niagara University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,248.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$68,992 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,248 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$157,380 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Niagara University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.19% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
54.50% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Niagara University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Niagara University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $28,200 | $28,200 | $17,437 |
| 2014 | $29,060 | $29,060 | $19,006 |
| 2015 | $29,900 | $29,900 | $19,589 |
| 2016 | $30,950 | $30,950 | $18,888 |
| 2017 | $31,950 | $31,950 | $19,307 |
| 2018 | $33,180 | $33,180 | $19,290 |
| 2019 | $34,510 | $34,510 | $20,019 |
| 2020 | $35,240 | $35,240 | $19,635 |
| 2021 | $35,980 | $35,980 | $18,902 |
| 2022 | $37,180 | $37,180 | $18,135 |
| 2023 | $38,135 | $38,135 | $18,740 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
87.37% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1168
ACT Average: 25
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Niagara University in 2024 is 2,653 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
80.4%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
66.67% 100% Completion Time
74.51% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 66.67% of students graduating from Niagara University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Niagara University.
Return on Investment
$25,475 Median Student Debt
$56,196 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
45.33% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
714.53% Return on Investment
4.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Niagara University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Elementary Education & Teaching: 275 completions
Education - 13.1017: 197 completions
Agricultural Business and Management: 176 completions
CIP 42.2814: 113 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 73 completions
Business Administration, Management, & Operations: 62 completions
Social Sciences - 45.0401: 61 completions
CIP 52.0201: 48 completions
CIP 51.1599: 42 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 1,601 completions
Most popular programs at Niagara University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Niagara University graduates.
About
Niagara University is a private non-profit institution located in Niagara University, NY, offering 60 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 2,653 students. The admission rate is 87.37%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1168. The institution maintains a 74.51% graduation rate. Approximately 27.19% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Niagara University, NY 14109
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 60 distinct degree programs, Niagara University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Niagara University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $39,345 and average net price is $17,248 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Niagara University?
The admission rate is 87.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Niagara University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Niagara University reports midpoint SAT about 1168 and midpoint ACT about 25.
What do graduates of Niagara University earn?
Median earnings are $48,289 six years after entry and $56,196 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Niagara University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 74.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Niagara University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,475.
How big is Niagara University?
Total enrollment is about 2,653 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Niagara University public or private?
Niagara University is a private nonprofit institution located in Niagara University, NY.
Is Niagara University an HBCU?
No. Niagara University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Niagara University a tribal college?
No. Niagara University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Niagara University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Niagara University does not meet that proxy (reported share 6.1%).
Is Niagara University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Niagara University: Roman Catholic.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.