Responding to concerns about the rising cost of higher education, Niagara University recently announced major increases to all of its academic scholarships for freshmen and transfer students entering NU in the fall 2010 semester.

Specific increases to the scholarship program include freshman awards that range from $7,500 to $15,000 per year, and transfer awards that range from $7,500 to $11,000 per year. In addition, all awards are renewable each year the student maintains satisfactory academic progress.

"We know that families recognize the quality and advantages of private higher education but have concerns in this economy about financing," noted Michael Konopski, dean of enrollment management at Niagara. "These new scholarship levels will recognize students' academic achievement and make Niagara an even more affordable option."

To help contain the cost of attending Niagara, the university also offers its nationally recognized Level Tuition Program, which allows freshmen students to lock in one tuition rate for all four years of attendance. This innovative program is unique in the area, and it gives participants the assurance of knowing that their tuition rate will not increase over the course of their studies at Niagara. In addition, monthly payment plan options are available to all students.

Students in Niagara's nursing completion program are offered 50 percent discount on tuition. This program offers nurses with an associate's degree or diploma the opportunity to earn their bachelor's degree from Niagara.
For more information, contact Niagara's Office of Admissions at 716-286-8700 or 800-462-2111.