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Canisius University

About

Canisius University, a private institution in Buffalo, NY, is a supportive community where students from all walks of life learn to think deeply, create boldly, act courageously and live compassionately. With over 100 majors, minors, degree programs, 20 NCAA Division I teams and a global network of 50,000+ alumni, Canisius will empower you to be a leader in your chosen field.

The School of Education and Human Services prepares students for careers in education, administration, counseling, health and wellness and sports-related fields. You'll benefit from expert instruction, personal mentoring and strategic field placements that provide hands-on experience and the practical skills needed for your future career. 

  • College or University
  • Buffalo

Institution Links

  • Financial Aid Office
  • Online Application
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Programs

Bachelor’s & certification

Undergraduate Teacher Certification Programs

  • From 48 to 48 months

    Program Duration

  • In-person

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

Relevant Links

Program Info

Earn your undergraduate degree and your initial New York teaching certificate. The following programs are available: 

  • 4+1 Degree - BA or BA and MSED in adolescence education/students with disabilities 
  • Adolescence education
  • Childhood/special education
  • Childhood education/Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
  • Physical education/health education

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • May 01, 2026

    Fall
  • May 01, 2026

    Spring
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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

Learn how to get$100 Back
and apply for a$1000 Scholarship

  • $33,300

    In State Tuition

  • $33,300

    Out of State Tuition

  • $0

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Canisius University have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Canisius University to see if you can, too!

Amount
Description

$23,000

Scholarship

The Ignatian Scholarship is available to students with a GPA of 98-100.

$22,000

Scholarship

The Trustee's Scholarship is available to students with a GPA of 96-97.      

$21,000

Scholarship

The Peter Canisius Scholarship is available to students with a GPA of 93-95.

$19,000

Scholarship

The Magis Scholarship is available to students with a GPA of 90-92.

$15,000

Scholarship

The Dean’s Scholarship is available to students with a GPA of 87-89.

$12,000

Scholarship

The Benefactor Scholarship is available to students with a GPA of 85-86.

$8,000

Scholarship

The Academic Scholarship is available to students with a GPA of 83-84.

$1,000

Scholarship

The Visit and Apply Scholarship is available to all students. 

$1,500- Full tuition

Scholarship

Specialized Scholarships are available to all students.

Varies

Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled

Work study is available for students who qualify through FAFSA.

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Certifications

Biology (grades 7-12)
Chemistry (grades 7-12)
Childhood Education/Elementary Education (grades 1-6)
English Language Arts (grades 7-12)
English to Speakers of other Languages (all grades)
Health Education (all grades)
Mathematics (grades 7-12)
Physical Education (all grades)
Social Studies (grades 7-12)
Spanish (grades 7-12)
Students with Disabilities (all grades)
For more information, visit: Admissions

Program Overview

Program Hallmarks

Stats

Gender
  • Male

  • Female


    39%

    61%

Ethnicity
  • American Indian or Alaskan Native

  • Asian

  • Black

  • Hispanic/Latino

  • Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander

  • White

  • Two or more races


    0%

    1%

    3%

    3%

    0%

    92%

    1%

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