Canisius College, NY
School Type
Private
Acceptance Rate
87%
Tuition
$35,424
Eligibility For Public Schools
N/A
International Students
N/A
US News Ranking
#22 in Regional Universities North
Scholarships
Army ROTC
Type
Automatic
Amount
Full Tuition
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
Not reported
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
Canisius participates in the Army ROTC program which offers scholarships to college-bound students interested in military service.
The Army ROTC Scholarship can be used for either full tuition & fees, or as room & board scholarship, it also provides a book stipend, and a subsistence (living allowance) while enrolled in college. There are several types of scholarships available.
Benefactor's Scholarship I
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
$9,000 per year for four year full-time study.
For Canadian students:
$12,000 per year for four years of full-time study.
Benefactor's Scholarship II
Type
Competitive
Amount
$11,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
Applicable only to Canadian students.
$11,000 per year for four years of full-time study. Applicants must be accepted for admission. No separate application is required.
Dean's Scholarship I
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
$12,000 per year for four years of full-time study.
Canadian Students:
$17,000 per year for four years of full-time study.
Dean's Scholarship II
Type
Competitive
Amount
$15,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
Applicable only to Canadian Students.
$15,000 per year for four years of full-time study. Applicants must be accepted for admission. No separate application required.
Ignatian Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$14,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
$14,000 per year for four years of full-time study.
International Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
International students who intend to study all four years at Canisius College may be eligible for a scholarship. Scholarship amounts vary and are based on previous academic achievement. Canisius does not award full-tuition scholarships.
All international students will be reviewed for a merit scholarship upon review for admission.
International students do not have to apply separately for scholarships. The scholarship amount will be determined at the time of acceptance based on GPA. Notification of scholarship amount will be sent with your acceptance packet.
MLK Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
Students from all backgrounds and income levels are eligible for the Martin Luther King Scholarship/Grant. Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of their past academic performance, a written essay, their personal achievements, their involvement in community service and their commitment to the ideals of Dr. King.
Say Yes Program
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
Canisius College proudly participates in the Say Yes Buffalo program.
-Reside in the city of Buffalo
-Have been accepted to Canisius College
-Complete grades 9-12, in consecutive years, at a Buffalo public or charter school located in the city
-Graduate from a Buffalo public or charter school located in the city of Buffalo
-Enroll full-time at a Say Yes college within one year of high school graduation.
-Apply for all federal and state financial aid programs (FAFSA and TAP)
Trustee's Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
$13,000 per year for four years of full-time study.
Canadian Students:
$18,000 per year for four years of full-time study.
Urban Leadership Learning Community Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Up to Full Ride
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1080
Required Act
22
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
The ULLC Scholarship is a competitive, four-year renewable scholarship covering 50-100 percent of a student?s tuition, room/ board and fees.
Successful Candidates Will:
- Demonstrate leadership potential and have an established commitment to their community
- Express willingness to promote diversity and inclusiveness inside and outside of the classroom
- Be a member of a population that historically has been denied access to positions of influence (e.g. first-generation college students)
- Possess a high school average of 85 percent or higher
- Show an SAT combined score of 1080 or higher (critical reading and math only) or ACT composite score of 22 or higher
- Be a resident of the greater metropolitan Buffalo area
- Demonstrate high financial need (must file for state and federal financial aid using FAFSA);
- Be able to live on campus for four years.
Art History Scholarship
Type
Talent
Amount
$2,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
Students who demonstrate an interest in studying the history of art are eligible for $2,000 Art History Scholarship per year. These scholarships are in addition to merit scholarships and are renewable for four years.
Requirements
Admission to Canisius College as a full-time student for Fall 2016.
Letter of application from the student, describing extent of experience with art history and outlining reasons for planning to major or minor in the discipline. Note: there is no separate application form.
Two letters of recommendation from teachers, including one which discusses the student
Music Scholarship
Type
Talent
Amount
$2,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS
$2,000 scholarships are available to incoming freshman and transfer students. These scholarships are in addition to merit scholarships and are renewable for four years. It is not necessary to be a music major or minor to apply for a music scholarship.
Criteria
Admission to Canisius College as a full-time student Fall 2016 semester
High school music performance experience (solo or ensemble)
Scholarship application and reference letters
Solo Audition (Feb. 6, 2016)
Vocal
Studio Art Scholarships
Type
Talent
Amount
$2,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 480-600
SAT Writing: not reported SAT Critical Reading: 470-580
Description
STUDIO ART SCHOLARSHIPS
Numerous $2,000 studio art scholarships are available to incoming first-year students. The scholarships are in addition to merit awards and renewable for four years.
Criteria
Admission to Canisius as a full-time student for Fall 2016 semester.
Submit scholarship application and reference letters.
Submit a link to your online portfolio (with password, if password protected) OR flash drive of 15 works in any medium, created within the last two years, labeled (your name, size, media, date completed).
References
Two letters of recommendation from teachers, counselor, community/church leader. One of the two letters should be from an art teacher familiar with the applicant
Thomas Chrobak, CCFS®
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