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, 23 academic programs, WNY’s only collegiate Flag Football team, and more.
Criminal Justice.
Shape Justice. Serve Your Community. Villa’s Criminal Justice program blends classroom learning, field experience, and strong community values to launch your future in law enforcement and public service.
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.
Prepared to Lead. Driven to Serve. From the crime scene to the courtroom, Villa’s Criminal Justice program equips you with the knowledge, confidence, and hands-on experience to enter the field ready to make an impact.
Animation at Villa.
Now among a select group of institutions recognized worldwide for delivering industry-leading training that prepares students for in-demand animation careers.
Flag Football.
Get ready for the 2026 season with the Vikings and US National Team Gold Medalist Izzy Geraci.
Strategic Plan.
Elevating Outcomes. Expanding Opportunities.
Learn more about what’s coming next in our new Strategic Plan.
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
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Job Placement after Graduation
12,355
Graduating Students
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Bachelor Degree Options
Recent News.
Villa Maria College Announces Strategic Plan to Drive Educational Equity, Workforce Opportunity, and Creative-Economy Growth in Buffalo and Western New York
Villa Maria College unveiled its Strategic Plan Through 2027, a comprehensive roadmap that will accelerate the College’s position as a leader in advancing educational equity, creating robust and diverse career…
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Aside from interest or passion, many students consider career opportunities when choosing a major. Photography career opportunities include more than the chance to work in a traditional studio or take…
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5 Skills You Need to Be a Photographer
Photography often begins as a hobby. No matter what subject you’re passionate about capturing with a camera, you can turn that interest into a career with the right skills. Studying…
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Sabres Pride Night Crest Designed by Professor Adam Weekley
Professor Adam Weekley brought his passion for design, community, and inclusivity to the national stage through his creation of the Buffalo Sabres Pride Night Crest. Drawing inspiration from his love of Sabres hockey, his artistic background, and his…
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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.
