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.
To kick off the spring semester and the new year, Villa Maria College has invited students from schools in the neighboring town of Cheektowaga to display their artwork in our gallery. The details for an opening reception will be announced soon; the exhibit runs through January 25, 2019. The Student Success Center is hosting Coffee and Cookies to kick off our first week of tutoring in the Student Success Center. Stop by on Wednesday and Thursday this week to meet our tutors and see our space. Supplies are limited! Come early! Please join us to celebrate weekly Mass in our college chapel each Wednesday from 12:00 to 12:25 pm The Student Success Center is hosting Coffee and Cookies to kick off our first week of tutoring in the Student Success Center. Stop by on Wednesday and Thursday this week to meet our tutors and see our space. Supplies are limited! Come early! Jan5Sat Art Gallery Exhibit: Cheektowaga Schools @ Villa Maria College, Paul William Beltz Family Art Gallery Jan 5 – Jan 25 all-day Jan23Wed Welcome Coffee and Cookies @ Villa Maria College, Student Success Center Jan 23 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Jan24Thu Welcome Coffee and Cookies @ Villa Maria College, Student Success Center Jan 24 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Subscribe
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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Beginning immediately, students at Villa Maria College can participate in College-sponsored eSports, a competitive gaming league in which students form teams and compete against other colleges and universities. The College is now actively recruiting new students to join the eSports program and is offering scholarships for those interested in gaming at Villa.
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Are you interested in learning more about Villa’s vast academic offering, inclusive and supportive atmosphere, and growing athletics program? Visit our small, Buffalo campus during Spring Open House to learn more how our students are excelling inside and outside of the classroom, preparing for success in their fields, and taking the world by storm. Financial Aid will be on-hand to speak with prospective students and families who are interested in learning more Villa’s unmatched affordability.
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.
Check out the latest edition of the Voyager for a a call for papers for the 2019 Undergraduate Research Symposium and SKALD submissions, information on Transformation, the core value for…
One of the many services available to Villa Maria College students is the Counseling Center. Led by two new additions to Villa’s staff, the Counseling Center provides supportive services that…
Everybody’s favorite green orge hit the big screen for the first time in 2001. Since then, Dreamworks’ Shrek franchise has released four full-length feature films, several television specials, video games,…
Just before Thanksgiving, a group of students studying interior design at Villa spent some time volunteering at the local Ronald McDonald House. Located on West Ferry Street in Buffalo, the Ronald…
Each year, the world’s top animators gather in Burbank, California for the CTN animation eXpo, an artist-to-artist social enterprise who’s mission is to connect, develop and inspire creators in and…
Will Holton didn’t start playing the saxophone until his senior year at Buffalo Traditional High School. Previously, he had dedicated most of his time to his involvement with JROTC. Once…
During the month of October, Villa students were invited to submit their fall-themed photos to the College’s third annual #VillaFallPhoto contest. This year, we received over fifty submissions, some of…
“When you think about a school like Villa Maria College, you can love what you’re doing and have it be a career,” said Janet Snyder to Villa’s President Dr. Matthew…
In the beginning of this month Villa Maria College celebrated Heritage Week, an annual series of event that series of events commemorating those who inspired and founded the Felician Sisters.…
This month, a group of sophomore interior design students visited the Buffalo location of California Closets. During their outing, students learned more about the company’s 30-year history and how they…
