Accepted Student Events
Open House and Revisit Day
March 7, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Come visit us for the first time, or return to get another look at life on The Ridge, with our upcoming Open House and Revisit Day.
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Syracuse-Area Accepted Student Reception
March 11, 2026, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Celebrate your acceptance to NU with your family, explore what your next steps will look like, and meet the community who will support you on your journey.
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Rochester-Area Accepted Student Reception
March 12, 2026, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Celebrate your acceptance to NU with your family, explore what your next steps will look like, and meet the community who will support you on your journey.
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Albany Area Accepted Student Reception
March 19, 2026, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Celebrate your acceptance to NU with your family, explore what your next steps will look like, and meet the community who will support you on your journey.
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Accepted Student Celebration Day
April 11, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Join us for a student-led Accepted Student Celebration Day to welcome you into the Purple Eagle community!
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Spring Open House
April 18, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Experience all NU has to offer at our Spring Open House on Saturday, April 18, at 10 a.m.
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Cinco de Mayo Accepted Student Social
May 5, 2026, 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Celebrate your acceptance to Niagara University with a Cinco de Mayo Accepted Student Social on Tuesday, May 5, at 4 p.m.
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Take the first steps on your path as a new college student using the links below. Contact your Admissions Counselor with any questions!
1. Activate Purple Pass
Activating your PurplePass will provide you with:
- MyNU login (home base for all NU students)
- Welcome Portal login (one-stop-shop for enrollment documents and class scheduling)
For Purple Pass activation you’ll need your Student ID found in your acceptance packet.
Activate2. Pay Your Deposit
- Visit the Application Portal
- Log in with your original application credentials. If you applied through the Common Application, you’ll need to create an account.
- Confirm your enrollment by making your deposit.
Deadline: May 1, 2026
Commit to NU3. Complete the Welcome Portal
Welcome Portal opens April 1, 2026 and must be completed by June 18, 2026.
Complete the Admitted Student Action Items in the Welcome Portal. This will set you up for success as a newly admitted student!
Welcome Portal AccessNew to NU Student Information
Parents and students should watch the videos below to help prepare for the Fall!
Tuition & Aid
Questions about affordability? Discover how our generous financial aid packages can make your college experience affordable. 100% of first year students at Niagara University receive financial assistance!
Tuition RatesScholarships and Grants
We encourage all incoming students to explore scholarship and grant opportunities to lessen the overall cost of your education. Scholarships and grants are not loans, and don't need to be repaid.
Scholarships & Grants
Visit Our Campus
If you haven’t yet visited our beautiful campus, schedule a tour now! We know you’ll feel right at home as soon as you experience our close-knit, supportive community and student body for yourself. Our campus is rich with culture and history, and the surrounding area offers everything from great dining and nightlife to one of the seven wonders of the natural world! Come see what life on Monteagle Ridge is all about!
Post Your Purple Pride
Join the NU Community
Connect with fellow Purple Eagles on our main social media accounts and our private Accepted Student pages.
