Canisius University: what international applicants need

What are Canisius University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Canisius University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on December 1, 2026 and Regular Decision on July 25, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Canisius University's acceptance rate?

72.4% for students who started in fall 2024: Canisius University admitted 3,021 of its 4,175 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Canisius University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Canisius University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (December 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is November 7, 2026: scores on November 20, 2026, registration by October 23, 2026 (late registration October 27, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (July 25, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is June 5, 2027: scores on June 21, 2027, registration by May 21, 2027 (late registration May 25, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Canisius University's application fee for international students?

Canisius University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Canisius University accept?

Canisius University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Canisius University require?

Canisius University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Canisius University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Canisius University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Canisius University have?

119 of Canisius University's 1,724 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 6.9%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Canisius University cost for international students?

Canisius University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $34,500, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $13,560. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $50,830 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source