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Niagara University has enjoyed a strong binational presence with our Canadian neighbors since its inception in 1856. Those proud cross border ties continue through the present day, as NU is uniquely qualified to welcome Canadian students to its campus given its proximity to the border right on the Niagara River Gorge.

More than 6,000 Niagara University alumni hail from Canada, a majority of whom reside in the Province of Ontario – and we are grateful that more Canadians than ever are studying with us.

Conveniently located between Buffalo and Toronto, this unique location provides a familiar cross-cultural environment on campus!

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community 400 Canadian students
campuses 2 Lewiston, N.Y. and Vaughan, Ontario (graduate only)
scholarship $24,000 per year available to Canadian freshmen

Upcoming Admissions Events

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Fall Open House

September 20, 2025, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Fall Open House is the perfect opportunity to find out why students choose NU!

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Fall Open House

October 18, 2025, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Fall Open House is the perfect opportunity to find out why students choose NU!

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Why Niagara?

Choosing to study internationally is a big decision. At Niagara, we’re here to support our Canadian students, making it an exceptional– and economical– experience.

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Christopher Atkinson

Title: Senior Assistant Director of Admissions
Email: Email Christopher Atkinson
Phone: 289.556.3877

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Lan Ma

Title: Admissions Advisor – Canada
Email: Email Lan Ma
Phone: 289.888.1561

Josephine Moretuzzo, B.Sc. B.Ed. OCT

Title: Admissions Advisor – Canada
Email: Email Josephine Moretuzzo
Phone: 905-928-1312

Ivan Yurgan

Title: Admissions Advisor – Canada
Email: Email Ivan Yurgan
Phone: 905-870-2091

Frequently Asked Questions

You can apply right here on our website.  Then, have your transcripts and any other supporting documents sent to our admissions office. The application is free, and we usually get back to you with a decision within a week or two of receiving your application and documents. 

Yes, both of our campuses are qualified for OSAP funding.

Tuition is variable and depends on the level of merit scholarship and other grants that you receive. Once we have your marks from high school or other post secondary institutions, we can calculate this and provide it to you.  Visit our tuition and aid page to learn more.

Yes, and we provide very generous transfer credit. 

Yes, and specifically for those programs that are intended to to be certified such as a teacher, nurse or social worker. Each of those programs have a long and established history of Ontario certification.  Additionally, we have been preparing teachers for the Ontario Certificate of Qualification for almost 40 years.

For nursing, the students complete the same NCLEX nursing examination as Ontario trained nurses.

For Social Work, their certification is automatically eligible for the Ontario College of Social Work.

Our average class size is 18 students, and each student receives personal attention from our dedicated faculty.

Visits can be scheduled here.

No, Canadian citizens do not need a visa to study in the U.S. (this does not apply to Canadian permanent residents). Instead, you’ll need to present an I-20 form at the border to confirm your student status. The I-20 application process is straightforward, and supported by our International Relations Office.

Explore all the undergraduate programs available at Niagara University here.

Yes, we offer a variety of on-campus housing options, including residence halls, apartments, and student housing. First-year students are guaranteed a spot, typically in the residence halls. You can find more details on our residence life page.

You can fill out the prospective athlete form here.

If the coaches are interested, they will reach out to you directly.

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Ready to Apply?

Filling out an application is easy!

NU offers rolling admissions, which means that you can apply at any time for the upcoming semester. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and students are typically notified of an admission decision in 3-4 weeks. What’s stopping you?

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