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This place is special. Let us show you why.

As the only Jesuit school in the region, Canisius offers a life-changing education. We focus not only on academic excellence but even more so on care for the whole person as we prepare students for college ... and for life.

College prep

Pursuing excellence

Canisius provides a rigorous college preparatory education to an academically diverse, motivated student body. Our students earned more than $21 million in scholarships in 2022.

Support and care

Academic guidance, coaching

We offer a wide range of resources to make sure we meet our students where they are. From counseling services, consultation and more in-depth support, we provide your son everything he needs to succeed.

Go Crusaders!

Join our winning tradition

Canisius sponsors 19 varsity athletic teams, competes at some of the best home facilities in Western New York and regularly vies for championships. More than 55% of Canisius students participate in athletics.

What is a Jesuit HS?

All faiths are welcome

The heart of Jesuit education is the mission of St. Ignatius of Loyola: Developing the intellect along with spiritual growth and a commitment to social justice. 

Men for Others

Unique retreats & service

Another aspect that sets Canisius apart from other schools is the spiritual and personal formation offered to all students through the campus ministry department's retreats, service opportunities and liturgies.

Let us show you why

Schedule your visit with us

Come see firsthand what is so special about our community.  Walk our beautiful, state-of-the-art campus; meet our faculty and staff; mingle and interact with current students; experience a school day in action.

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This is Our House

A program that Canisius pioneered in Western New York, the CHS House System helps students build even stronger bonds and connections with each other and the faculty.

“Go forth and set the world on fire”

A Canisius education builds freshmen into young men of character and puts
graduates into position to achieve excellence in their personal and professional lives.

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You Today

“When Canisius says we are Men for Others, they really mean it. It's truly a brotherhood.”

You Tomorrow

“My education at Canisius was transformational.”

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You Today

“I saw a community here that I couldn’t find anywhere else.” 

You Tomorrow

“As a young man, Canisius makes an impression on you, and it stays with you.”

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You Today

“The brotherhood in this school in specific was the most impactful to me. I was blessed to be at this school.”

You Tomorrow

“I believe a major underpinning of my life has been the time I spent at Canisius. It has had a tremendous impact.”

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You Today

“Canisius, you’re different; I thank you for that. I wish I could bottle up your magic and spread it outside the Blue Doors.”

You Tomorrow

“From day one at Canisius, students were expected to excel and I carried that into college and throughout my career.”