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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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June 18, 2025 in Academics

Villa Maria College Launches New Crime Scene Investigation Program, Expanding Career Pathways in Criminal Justice

Villa Maria College has announced the launch of its newest academic program: Crime Scene Investigation (CSI). This innovative program is designed to prepare students for dynamic careers in a field…
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June 16, 2025 in Choosing College/Major

How to Decide Between Two Majors

Choosing a college major is a big decision; it shapes your academic experience and influences your career path after graduation. But what should you do if you’re passionate about more…
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June 11, 2025 in Mission

Villa Partners with Senator Sean Ryan’s Office to Commemorate Juneteenth

Today, June 10, 2025, New York State Senator Sean Ryan announced that he is sponsoring a screening of And A Shot Rang Out, a documentary about Buffalo’s connection to the…
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June 9, 2025 in Choosing College/Major

How to Choose a College Major

High school comes with a lot of pressures, and one of the biggest is figuring out what you want to do after graduation. For many students, that means heading to…
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There’s a lot of pressure to know what’s next. We’re here to say, it’s OK if you’re still figuring it out. In fact, it’s great. Villa is a place where that kind of continual discovery is prized. Because going to college isn’t about having it all figured it out. It’s about inventing who you’re going to become. You’ll see.

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Have a passion for sports? Want to turn it into a career? Brianna is one of several students who have taken full advantage of our Sport Management program. She hopes to work with the NFL or MLB one day!

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Villa Maria College is closed today, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. Normal business operations will resume on Monday, June 23, at 7:30 AM.

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Let your dreams run wild with the help of our award winning staff and state of the art technology!

Patience has always been a fan of animation, now she’s pursuing her passion to be a part of her favorite studios.

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Our Physical Therapist Assistant Major is immersive with the human body – Deja is excited to educate others about it thanks to her hands on experience!

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There’s too many reasons to count, but if we had to choose a few of our favorite things about Villa…

-8:1 Faculty Ratio – so you get individualized attention, rather than being a number!
-22 Diverse Majors – especially in creative fields – that aren’t offered at many other schools!
-Clubs, Sports, & Unique Classes help you find friends with similar interests!

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Before school was out for the summer, we had Gianna hit the streets to ask some pressing questions around Villa…

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In Villa’s Photography program, you’ll learn studio lighting skills, darkroom techniques, and control of all camera formats including large format, medium format, 35mm and digital. We are continuously impressed with the photos are students create!

Photography Student: Zilkia Figueroa

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