Where leaders are made
Transfer and Thrive
Become a Griff and finish strong
“I feel like I have truly found my place at Canisius because of the sense of belonging and community here, the many ways to get involved on campus, and the multiple opportunities to explore career options.”
Genevieve
Fontana ’24
Unique academic paths
Here you won’t just be a number — you’ll be a name and a face. You’ll be encouraged to dig deep and explore your intellectual passions. Regardless of your major, you’ll learn how to think critically, ask thoughtful questions and connect your knowledge across disciplines.
MAJORS
Accounting
Accounting Systems and Analytics
Adolescence Education
Animal Behavior,
Ecology and Conservation
Anthrozoology
Biochemistry
Biology
Biomedical Science
Business (General)
Chemistry
Childhood Education/ Special Education
Childhood Education / TESOL, including Early Childhood / Middle School Extension
Clinical Laboratory Science
Computer Science
Creative Writing
Criminal Justice
International
Journalism, including
Management
Marketing Mathematics
Philosophy
Physical Education / Health
Political
Pre-Engineering
Professional and
Technical Studies
Psychology
Sociology
Spanish
Sport Management
Sport Pedagogy
Sports and Exercise
Health Care
Strategic
Communication
Bring your credits with you
If you’re coming from a community college, you can transfer up to 66 credit hours. If you’re transferring from a four-year institution, you can transfer up to 90 credit hours. Within two weeks of your acceptance, we’ll evaluate your academic record to determine which credits can be transferred based on your program.
Visit: admissions.canisius.edu/register/UnofficialCreditEvaluation
Transfer agreements
We’re proud to maintain dual-admission and transfer agreements with six regional community colleges:
n Finger Lakes Community College
n Broome Community College
n Genesee Community College
n Jamestown Community College
n Monroe Community College
n SUNY Niagara
n SUNY Erie
To learn more about each agreement, visit: canisius.edu/admissions/transfer-admissions/how-transfer-credits-work
95% EMPLOYED TWO YEARS AFTER GRADUATION
$118k MEDIAN MID- CAREER SALARY payscale.com
Support services
It doesn’t matter if you start out as a sophomore or join us late in your junior year — you’ll have the support you need to thrive at Canisius. We offer a number of resources to help you make the transition.
Student orientation – offered at the start of our spring and fall semesters
Transfer enrollment counseling –a dedicated admissions counselor will guide you through every step of the transfer enrollment process
One-on-one academic advising –an academic advisor will help you create your first-semester course schedule
Honors track – opportunities for those who are ready for an accelerated academic curriculum
Support for veterans – individualized support to ensure a smooth transition to college life
Griff 201 – your crash course in all things Canisius, covering everything from financial aid and academic success to campus life and stress management
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
All-College Honors
Military Science/ROTC
Pathfinders Academic Exploration (for undeclared majors)
COMBINED DEGREE PROGRAMS
BA or BS / Juris Doctor
BA or BS / MS Adolescence & Special Education
BS Health and Wellness / MS Athletic Training
BS Marketing / AS Fashion Merchandising
Chiropractic Medicine
Dental Medicine
Medicine
Optometry
Osteopathic Medicine
Pharmacy
Veterinary
4+1 DEGREE Graduate with a masters degree in five years
BA or BS / MBA BA or BS / MSED Education
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Pre-Dental
Pre-Engineering
Pre-Law
Pre-Medical
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Veterinary
Everything you associate with a private education, including personalized support services and serious preparation to succeed, is within reach at Canisius. Griffs pay less for their education on average — even compared to a public university. Learn more at canisius.edu/transfer.
ROTC scholarship: Full tuition and fees or full room and board plus stipend. Contact 716-888-2769 for more
