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.
See For Yourself.
College isn’t about having it all figured out.
It’s about inventing who you’re going to become.
Bieler Center.
The Scott Bieler Center for Academic Excellence is now open! Visit campus to tour this state-of-the-art space that facilitates student success.
Transfer to Villa.
Transfer up to 90 credits for a bachelor’s degree and 45 credits for an associates, plus generous financial aid, and more.
Women’s Flag Football.
We’re recruiting female student-athletes now for WNY’s
first inter-collegiate flag football team.
Criminal Justice.
Ready to create change in your community?
Study Criminal Justice at Villa Maria College.
The IMIT.
A comprehensive, state-of-the art facility with advanced technology and physical therapy equipment to provide treatment and care for individuals suffering from chronic pain.
CSI.
From the crime scene to the courtroom, you’ll learn everything you need to solve the case and bring the perpetrator to justice.
Who we are.
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.
Why Villa?
87
Job Placement after Graduation
12,355
Graduating Students
22
Bachelor Degree Options
Recent News.
What to Know Before Starting College in Buffalo
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Celebrating Excellence: 2025 Student Award Winners Named
Congratulations to Daniella Herman and Onji Brown! Each year at Commencement, the College recognizes two students who excel in academics, leadership, service, and school spirit — the Blessed Mary Angela Award…
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Why Choose Villa Maria College
Choosing the right college is one of your biggest decisions in high school. It’s about more than just picking a major; it’s also about finding a place that supports your…
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Villa Maria College Launches New Crime Scene Investigation Program, Expanding Career Pathways in Criminal Justice
Buffalo, NY – 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…
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Join the family.
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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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!
Check out our recording studio, available to students here at Villa Maria! Perfect for recording & mixing 🎶🎸
Some of our stellar students have passed the phone to someone who should check out Villa Maria... that’s you!
Going down in Viking history: Daniella Herman & Onji Brown. 🏅 Daniella was awarded this year`s Blessed Mary Angela Award and the Onji, the Spirit Award. Congrats, ladies! 🌟
Learn more at the linkin.bio!
The chaos continues! Gianna surprised several students with some hard hitting questions about their college and classes...
Part 3 coming soon 👀
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!
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.
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.
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!
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!
