Canisius is Western New York's leading private liberal arts college and was founded by members of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) in 1870.

Medaille College is a small urban college located in Buffalo, New York, providing a high quality liberal arts-based, career-oriented education for a diverse student body. As a private, nonsectarian, coeducational institution, the College offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs through day and evening studies. Medaille College traces its roots to 1875, when it was founded as an ...

D'Youville College is a private, independent, four year college located in Buffalo, New York. Founded in 1908, the college is accredited by The Middle States Association, the National League of Nursing, and other accrediting agencies. D'Youville offers bachelors degree, dual degree, masters degree and post-graduate certificate programs. D'Youville also serves students from Canadian and ...