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About Daemen University

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Daemen University is a private university in Amherst, NY, known for its health sciences focus, small class sizes, and arts and design. With an acceptance rate of 80%, Daemen University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 358 students each year. Daemen University is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. Daemen University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $22,468 per year; the sticker price of $47,080 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Daemen University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

80%
Overall Accept Rate

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Daemen University

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Essay Strategy
Daemen rates essays as their highest priority factor, so treat your personal statement as the centerpiece of your application. Write about a specific experience that connects your goals to one of Daemen's professional programs like nursing, physical therapy, or sustainability.
Application Strategy
Daemen's strongest programs are in health sciences and sustainability, so explicitly name the program you are applying to and explain why that specific track fits your goals. Admissions readers want to see that you understand what makes Daemen's curriculum distinct from a large state university.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Daemen University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$47k/yr$10.8k
30k-48k~$47k/yr$13.3k
48k-75k~$47k/yr$17.3k
75k-110k~$47k/yr$18.9k
110k+~$47k/yr$25.4k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

58%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$60k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,653
Undergrad Enrollment
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