Founded in 1870, Canisius College is one of 28 Jesuit colleges and universities in the nation and the premier private university in Western New York. Canisius is consistently ranked by
U.S. News & World Report as one of the best comprehensive universities in the North region.
Canisius offers quality academic programs taught by faculty who are leaders in their fields. More than 70 majors, minors and special programs through the
College of Arts & Sciences, the
Richard J. Wehle School of Business, and the
School of Education and Human Services provide many exciting options for career preparation or higher-level educational pursuits. Classes are offered in state-of-the-art campus facilities and in out-of-class settings through exciting field study and internship opportunities.
Canisius College is accredited by numerous national organizations, including:
- The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business - AACSB -International (Business Administration Program)
- The American Chemical Society
- The Council for Education of the Deaf (Deaf Education Program)
- Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
- The National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (all School of Education and Human Services programs)
- The Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (Athletic Training)
These accreditations serve as a testimonial to the excellent quality of a Canisius education, which prepares students to become leaders in their professions, their communities and their service to humanity.