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There’s a path—or maybe even a few paths—that are right for you at Villa. To find yours, start by exploring our diverse mix of 22 degree programs that span three departments: art, liberal arts and professional studies, and music. Our 8:1 student to faculty ratio means our students receive individualized attention that helps them cultivate their unique skill set.

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Villa Maria College is a diverse and inclusive community where students are defined by their potential, not their financial status. At Villa, students learn the skills that are necessary to do well in the classroom, pass on the College’s long-held values and ideals of doing good in the world, and lend all the support we can to turn aspirations into realities, potential into promise.

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Our animation students are breaking a sweat to break your heart in the near future 💔

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Pop quiz! How many of these Villa Maria True or False questions did you get right?

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Gianna’s assertive ambushing continues on! The best place to hang? The best major? The coolest project? All this and more on this episode!

Stay tuned for the finale, part 4!

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Alex’s thoughts on his professors at Villa Maria. In his own words, “DON’T BE AFRAID TO ASK FOR HELP!” Your professors are there to dispel any doubt and solve any problems you may have!

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What has Amilkar learned from his hands on photography education? It takes a lot of time! Dedication is the key to success in both photography and education!

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Kelani came to Villa Maria to make an impact, and she certainly has. Using her passion for sports to fuel her education in Sport Management as well as her performance in Villa’s flag football team, Kelani brings the heat in the classroom and on the field!

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Do you play video games? Ever want to DESIGN them? With our Game Design program, you’ll be coding, modeling, and building entire games in no time!

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Check out our recording studio, available to students here at Villa Maria! Perfect for recording & mixing 🎶🎸

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Some of our stellar students have passed the phone to someone who should check out Villa Maria... that’s you!

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