Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 68.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 70.7%
- Retention Rate
- 80.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $60,681
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $24,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 71.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $257/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $84,653 | $25,627 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $65,387 | $30,750 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $59,350 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $54,835 | $31,169 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master | $50,395 | $30,913 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $49,631 | $21,701 |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language. | Master | $47,553 | $37,704 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $24,998 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $23,923 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design. | Master | $45,696 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $45,383 | $39,178 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $44,920 | $40,698 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $42,961 | $19,600 |
| International Business. | Bachelor | $41,565 | |
| Zoology/Animal Biology. | Master | $41,205 | $38,072 |
Outcomes Overview
Canisius graduates earn a median of $60,681 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 40% based on the typical $24,250 debt load. Monthly loan payments of $257 consume about 5% of gross income for median earners. The 97.9% employment rate reflects strong career services and the value employers place on Jesuit education. Many graduates enter business, education, and healthcare fields where Buffalo's economic growth creates opportunities. The university's connections to local corporations and nonprofits help students land internships that often lead to full-time offers. With below-average debt and solid earnings potential in an affordable city, Canisius delivers a strong return on investment.