Villa is a small, private, catholic college that offers a variety of bachelors and associate degrees in a supportive, student-centered environment.
Villa Maria College is a private, co-educational, Catholic college providing students with the premier student-centered experience in Western New York. Students learn and grow with a culturally diverse population that lives its ideals of truth, charity, and unity.
With a variety of academic programs, our real strength lies in our studio-based education, a 8:1 student to faculty ratio, and educators who bring their real world experience into the classroom. Our faculty consists of working artists, animators, musicians, writers and designers who all place a heavy emphasis on teaching students how to use their talents in real world experiences.
All Mentors in the Mentorship Program and invited to a luncheon to get prepared for the upcoming year with new mentees! Come talk with other mentors, share your mentoring story, and enjoy lunch to get yourself excited for the new crew of mentees. This is an invite-only event for new Achieve students. It will orientate them to the program, assistive technology and include time management workshops. We will conclude with lunch with the Orientation Leaders who have their training this day. Villa’s esteemed art faculty will display their talent during the College’s annual faculty exhibit. The details for an opening reception will be announced soon; the exhibit runs through September 14, 2018. Aug 20 Mon Aug 22 Wed Aug 23 Thu Art Gallery Exhibit: Annual Faculty Exhibit @ Villa Maria College, Paul William Beltz Family Art Gallery Aug 23 – Sep 14 all-day Subscribe
Fall classes start August 27, and there’s still time to apply. Learn how Villa Maria’s 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio and studio-based classrooms will help you to take your talent further.
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After 50 years of ongoing service to Villa Maria College and its thousands of students, faculty, and alumni, Sister Marcella Marie Garus has announced her upcoming retirement, effective June 2018. A Buffalo native, Sister Marcella served for 40 years as Villa Maria College president, making her one of the longest-tenured presidents of a higher education institution both in both Western New York and across North America.
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Board of Trustees Chairperson Catherine Grantier Cooley announced on May 29, 2018 that Dr. Matthew Giordano has been named interim president of Villa Maria College.
Giordano will succeed Sister Marcella Marie Garus, C.S.S.F., who announced her retirement in March 2018 after serving as president for 40 years. Giordano will begin service effective July 1st and remain until the permanent appointment of the College’s 4th president can be named.
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Get ready for your first semester at Villa Maria College during our new student orientation! During this mandatory event you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about student clubs, organizations, and athletics, get to know your new classmates and College faculty, pick up your course schedule and more.
Thursday, August 23, 2018 | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
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Tour the campus, learn about the admissions process, our growing athletics programs, and financial aid and scholarship availability on Monday, November 12, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.
Learn how Villa Maria’s 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio and studio-based classrooms will help you to take your talent further!
Thursday, August 23, 2018 | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
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Interested in studying art in college? Villa Maria offers 8 art programs: animation, digital filmmaking, fashion design and merchandising, fine arts, graphic design, integrated arts, interior design and photography.
On this night, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about our curriculum, admissions requirements, financial aid options and more. In addition, you can learn more about what it’s like to be a student at Villa by speaking with current students and student-athletes, our faculty and staff and representatives from our student life team.
The event takes place on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
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The PTA and OTA Programs programs at Villa give you the foundation to find a job in a growing health profession. You’ll gain knowledge in the classroom and from working in our hands-on laboratories, as well as from professional internships in the field.
Wednesday, October 3, 2018 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Learn MoreVilla Maria College offers a number of signature programs that emphasize applied skills and internships in a nurturing and supportive environment designed to help you be successful.
Develop a portfolio that showcases the creative, storytelling, and communication skills important in today’s visual culture.
Get the practical skills necessary to help people. Study in our physical therapist assistant, occupational therapy assistant or psychology programs.
Dig into the technological, creative, and business aspects of audio production and recording with our award-winning faculty.
From mentoring, to specialized advising and free tutoring, your success is our priority. The faculty and staff at Villa go above and beyond to help you meet your goals.
Our experienced faculty will teach you management and marketing tools, and how they can be successfully applied in a real-life setting.
Gain a variety of skills necessary to thrive in the digital era by studying Digital Filmmaking or Digital Media and Communication.
Specialized services for students with learning differences to help them transition smoothly into college and find their path to success.
Our dedicated student-athletes from 8 different teams are committed to proudly representing the Villa Vikings in sport and academically in the classroom.
The performance line up for Villa Maria College’s 2018-2019 M&T Concert Series has been set, and the College will host 6 free concerts between September and March. The 2018-2019 concert…
Dr. Ann Rivera, Chair of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies Dr. Ann Rivera, an assistant professor of English at Villa Maria College, has been named the new chair of Liberal…
Just before the start of the 2018-2019 academic year, Dr. Matthew Giordano, Villa Maria College’s interim president, announced significant news regarding two of the College’s student support services: the Student…
A sculpture project that was years in the making is finally complete. On Friday, July 13, 2018, Associate Professor Jesse Walp put the finishing touches on the 14-foot-wide, 26-foot-tall sculpture that…
Associate professor of interior design and art shop supervisor Jesse Walp has finally put the finishing touches on a sculpture that took him over a year to conceptualize, design and…
The 2017-2018 academic year may be over, but the summer break doesn’t stop Villa Maria College’s students from winning awards. Three of Villa’s graphic design students took the top 3…
For the sixth year, a Villa Maria College interior design student has taken a top spot in the ASID New York Upstate-Canada East Annual Student Design Competition. Jamie Wesolowski’s healthcare design…
Dr. Matthew Giordano has been named interim president of Villa Maria College, Board of Trustees Chairperson Catherine Grantier Cooley announced today. Giordano will succeed Sister Marcella Marie Garus, C.S.S.F., who…
In just a few months, the middle block in the three-block strip between Niagara Falls and the Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort will look a little different. Spectra Venue Management and…
On Saturday, May 12, 2018 Villa’s junior and senior animation students gathered at Hertel Avenue’s North Park Theatre to screen the work they’ve created during their 3 and 4 years…
