Niagara University
About
Niagara University is a private Vincentian Catholic institution situated along the scenic Niagara River gorge, renowned for integrating community service and hands-on career preparation into its academic curriculum. The university is best known for its standout programs in hospitality and tourism management, nursing, criminal justice, and education, offering students extensive co-op and clinical training options. Campus culture is tight-knit and service-oriented, energized by a active NCAA Division I athletics program and a deep commitment to social justice. Niagara’s location directly on the U.S.–Canada border sets it apart, providing students with unique cross-border academic experiences and immediate access to a major international tourism hub.
Wikipedia:Niagara University (NU) is a private Catholic university in Lewiston, New York, United States. Based in the Vincentian tradition, it is run by the Congregation of the Mission and enrolls approximately 3,700 students. Approximately half of the student body lives on campus, while the other half commute from the surrounding area. The campus area was listed as a census-designated place in 2020, with a population of 940.
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Essay Requirements
Niagara University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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