Daemen University
2020-21
The 2020-21 Common Data Set for Daemen University — admissions, cost, and aid, as the school published them. Download the original file. File date from the archived file's embedded modification date: Jun 1, 2021. Subscribe via RSS.
SAT Composite
1070-1222
SAT Math
540-630
SAT Reading
520-620
ACT Composite
23-28
Federal outcomes
Federal data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard, vintage 2022-23. Outcomes reflect earlier cohorts than the CDS year shown elsewhere on this page.
$61,808
10 yrs after enrollment
59%
6-year completion
$18,693
sticker minus grants
$22,091
federal loans only
The numbers, as published
475numbers from this report.
General Information
8 TABLESFirst Name:Lee
Last Name:Allard
Title:Director of Institutional Research
Office:Institutional Effectiveness & Systems Integration
Address Line 1:4380 Main St
Zipcode14226-3592
Country:United States
Phone:716-566-7879
Email Address:lallard@daemen.edu
Are your responses to the CDS posted for reference on your institution's Website?No
City:Amherst
StateNY
Name of College/University:Daemen College
Street Address Line 1:4380 Main St
CityAmherst
StateNY
Zip14226-3592
Country:United States
Main Phone Number (Area Code)716
Main Phone Number:839-3600
WWW Home Page Address:www.daemen.edu
Admissions Phone Number (Area Code):716
Admissions Phone Number:839-8225
Admissions Email Address:admissions@daemen.edu
If there is a separate URL for your school’s online application, please specify:https://apply.daemen.edu/apply/
Source of institutional control (Check only one):Private (nonprofit)
Classify your undergraduate institution:Coeducational college
Academic year calendar:Semester
CertificateX
Bachelor'sX
Postbachelor's certificateX
Master'sX
Post-master's certificateX
Doctoral degree – professional practiceX
Enrollment And Persistence
5 TABLESFirst-Time, First-Year Admission
7 TABLESEntrance Exams
In addition, does your institution use applicants' test scores for academic advising?No
SATX
ACTX
APX
CLEPX
Does your institution make use of SAT or ACT scores in admission decisions for first-time, first-year, degree-seeking applicants?No
Total academic units16
English4
Mathematics4
Science4
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: 700-8003
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: 600-69932
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: 500-59948
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: 400-49916
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: 300-3991
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: Total100
SAT Math: 700-8003
SAT Math: 600-69936
SAT Math: 500-59948
SAT Math: 400-4999
SAT Math: 300-3994
SAT Math: Total100
SAT Composite: 1400-16001
SAT Composite: 1200-139932
SAT Composite: 1000-119955
SAT Composite: 800-99910
SAT Composite: 600-7992
SAT Composite: Total100
ACT Composite: 30-3614
ACT Composite: 24-2944
ACT Composite: 18-2338
ACT Composite: 12-174
ACT Composite: Total100
Percent who had GPA of 4.013
Percent who had GPA between 3.75 and 3.9927
Percent who had GPA between 3.50 and 3.7416.9
Percent who had GPA between 3.25 and 3.4918
Percent who had GPA between 3.00 and 3.2410
Percent who had GPA between 2.50 and 2.997.8
Percent who had GPA between 2.0 and 2.496.3
Percent who had GPA between 1.0 and 1.991
Total100
Average high school GPA of all degree-seeking, first-time, first-year students who submitted GPA:3.54
Does your institution have an application fee?Yes
Amount of application fee:25
Can it be waived for applicants with financial need?Yes
Yes, on a rolling basis:X
Beginning date: Month10
Beginning date: Day15
Deadline for housing deposit (MMDD):Month5
Deadline for housing deposit (MMDD): Day1
Amount of housing deposit:200
Refundable if student does not enroll?X
Does your institution allow students to postpone enrollment after admission?Yes
Does your institution allow high school students to enroll as full-time, first-time, first-year students one year or more before high school graduation? (FT)Yes
Does your institution offer an early decision plan (an admission plan that permits students to apply and be notified of an admission decision well in advance of the regular notification date and that asks students to commit to attending if accepted) for first-time, first-year applicants for fall enrollment?Yes
Do you have a nonbinding early action plan whereby students are notified of an admission decision well in advance of the regular notification date but do not have to commit to attending your college?No
If you have an application fee and an on-line application option, please indicate policy for students who apply on-line:X
Transfer Admission
3 TABLESIf yes, may transfer students earn advanced standing credit by transferring credits earned from course work completed at other colleges/universities?Yes
FallX
SpringX
SummerX
Must a transfer applicant have a minimum number of credits completed or else must apply as an entering first-year student?No
High school transcriptRequired of Some
College transcript(s)Required of All
Essay or personal statementNot Required
InterviewNot Required
Standardized test scoresNot Required
Statement of good standing from prior institution(s)Not Required
If a minimum college grade point average is required of transfer applicants, specify (on a 4.0 scale):2.00
List any other application requirements specific to transfer applicants:D9 List application priority, closing, notification, and candidate reply dates for transfer students. If applications are reviewed on a continuous or rolling basis, place a check mark in the “Rolling admission” column.
Fall Rolling AdmissionX
Spring Rolling AdmissionX
Does an open admission policy, if reported, apply to transfer students?Yes
Describe additional requirements for transfer admission, if applicable:- D12 Report the lowest grade earned for any course that may be transferred for credit: C Number Unit Type - D13 Maximum number of credits or courses that may be transferred from a two-year institution: 90 Number Unit Type - D14 Maximum number of credits or courses that may be transferred from a four-year institution: 90 - D15 Minimum number of credits that transfers must complete at your institution to earn an associate degree: - D16 Minimum number of credits that transfers must complete at your institution to earn a bachelor's degree: 30.00 - D17 Describe other transfer credit policies: ## D18-D22: Military Service Transfer Credit Policies - D18 Does your institution accept the following military/veteran transfer credits: Yes No Number Unit Type - D19 Maximum number of credits or courses that may be transferred based on military education evaluated by the American Council on Education (ACE): Number Unit Type - D20 Maximum number of credits or courses that may be transferred based on Department of Defense supported prior learning assessments (College Level Examination Program (CLEP) or DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST)): Yes No - D21 Are the military/veteran credit transfer policies published on your website? - D22 Describe other military/veteran transfer credit policies unique to your institution: American Council on Education (ACE) College Level Examination Program (CLEP) DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST) ##
Minimum number of credits that transfers must complete at your institution to earn a bachelor’s degree:30
American Council on Education (ACE)Yes
College Level Examination Program (CLEP)Yes
DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST)Yes
Are the military/veteran credit transfer policies published on your website?Yes
Describe other military/veteran transfer credit policies unique to your institution:Daemen Admissions works collaboratively with our registrar office and department heads to ensure students are able to transfer in as much credit possible. In addition to our strong ties with the Director of Veteran Services, we ensure a smooth transition for veteran and military aligned students
Academic Offerings and Policies
2 TABLESAccelerated programX
Cross-registrationX
Distance learningX
Double majorX
Dual enrollmentX
Exchange student program (domestic)X
Honors ProgramX
Independent studyX
InternshipsX
Liberal arts/career combinationX
Student-designed majorX
Study abroadX
Teacher certification programX
Weekend collegeX
Other (specify):X
Specify:-
English (including composition)X
MathematicsX
Other (describe):X
Describe:## E. ACADEMIC OFFERINGS AND POLICIES
Student Life
4 TABLESPercent who are from out of state (exclude international/nonresidents from the numerator and denominator)8%
Percent who live off campus or commute46%
Percent of students age 25 and older1%
Percent who are from out of state (exclude international/nonresidents from the numerator and denominator)8%
Percent who live off campus or commute64%
Percent of students age 25 and older14%
Average age of full-time students18
Average age of all students (full- and part-time)18
Average age of full-time students21
Average age of all students (full- and part-time)22
Choral groupsX
DanceX
Drama/theaterX
Literary magazineX
Musical theaterX
Radio stationX
Student governmentX
Student newspaperX
Coed residence hallsX
Apartments for single studentsX
Theme housingX
Annual Expenses
5 TABLESPlease provide the URL of your institution’s net price calculator:https://tcc.ruffalonl.com/Daemen%20College/Freshman%20Students
If your institution's 2026-2027 academic year costs of attendance are not available at this time please respond.X
Do tuition and fees vary by year of study (e.g., sophomore, junior, senior)?No
Do tuition and fees vary by undergraduate instructional program?No
Financial Aid
11 TABLESAcademic Year2020-2021 estimated
Federal$3,094,444
State all states, not only the state in which your institution is located$1,831,615
Institutional: Endowed scholarships, annual gifts and tuition funded grants, awarded by the college, excluding athletic aid and tuition waivers (which are reported below).$17,461,362
Scholarships/grants from external sources (e.g. Kiwanis, National Merit) not awarded by the college$446,162
Total Scholarships/Grants$22,833,583
Student loans from all sources (excluding parent loans)$3,906,486
Federal Work-Study$490,925
State and other (e.g., institutional) work-study/employment (Note: Excludes Federal Work-Study captured above.)$0
Total Self-Help$4,397,411
Parent Loans$0
Tuition Waivers Note: Reporting is optional. Report tuition waivers in this row if you choose to report them. Do not report tuition waivers elsewhere.$576,014
Athletic Awards$490,156
Federal$0
State all states, not only the state in which your institution is located$0
Institutional: Endowed scholarships, annual gifts and tuition funded grants, awarded by the college, excluding athletic aid and tuition waivers (which are reported below).$3,361,578
Scholarships/grants from external sources (e.g. Kiwanis, National Merit) not awarded by the college$187,446
Total Scholarships/Grants$3,549,024
Student loans from all sources (excluding parent loans)$4,020,302
State and other (e.g., institutional) work-study/employment (Note: Excludes Federal Work-Study captured above.)$0
Total Self-Help$4,020,302
Parent Loans$1,563,380
Tuition Waivers Note: Reporting is optional. Report tuition waivers in this row if you choose to report them. Do not report tuition waivers elsewhere.$572,481
Athletic Awards$624,515
Institutional need-based scholarship or grant aid is availableX
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is availableX
If institutional financial aid is available for undergraduate degree-seeking nonresidents, provide the number of undergraduate degree-seeking nonresidents who were awarded need-based or non-need-based aid:21
FAFSAX
State aid formX
b) Students notified on a rolling basis:X
If yes, starting date (Month):11
If yes, starting date (Day):15
Federal Pell GrantsX
State scholarships/grantsX
Private scholarshipsX
College/university scholarship or grant aid from institutional fundsX
AcademicsX
Alumni affiliationX
ArtX
AthleticsX
LeadershipX
State/district residencyX
If your institution has recently implemented any major financial aid policy, program, or initiative to make your institution more affordable to incoming students such as replacing loans with grants, or waiving costs for families below a certain income level please provide details:Are these policies related to the COVID-19 pandemic? Yes No
Instructional Faculty And Class Size
3 TABLESFall 2025 Student to Faculty ratio12
based on ____ students2,245
and ____ faculty190