- Villa Maria College is a private, Catholic college, founded in 1960 by the Felician Sisters. Located in Buffalo, NY, Villa Maria is the premiere student centered college in Western New York characterized by an unyielding commitment to student success. Offering Bachelors and Associates degrees in 18 different academic programs, Villa Maria`s strength lies in its studio-based education, a 9:1 student to faculty ratio, and educators who bring their real world experience into the classroom. Students learn and grow with a culturally diverse population that lives its core values instilled by the Felician Sisters. Students participate in intercollegiate athletics in eight sports as the Villa Vikings and are involved in nearly 20 clubs and organizations on campus. Villa Maria is home to the Achieve Program for Students with Learning Differences, and an academic success center, which provides robust academic support for all students. For more information call 716.896.0700 or visit www.villa.edu.
School Highlights
Villa Maria College serves 611 students (87% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Private-state tuition: $22,080
- Acceptance Rate: 87%
- Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 58%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Villa Maria College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 54% over five years.
Villa Maria College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1961
Campus Size
10 acres
Total Faculty
63 staff
43 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Villa Maria College has grown by 20% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 has increased from 4:1 over five years.
The Villa Maria College diversity score of 0.67 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 20% over five years.
Total Enrollment
611 students
953 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
534 students
528 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
77 students
425 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
611 students
717 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
534 students
511 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
77 students
495 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
4%
8%
% Hispanic
7%
23%
% Black
37%
19%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
42%
37%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
8%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
7%
Diversity Score
0.67
0.76
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
30%
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,500
$35,300
Tuition & Financial Aid
The private state tuition of $22,080 is more than the state average of $16,823. The private state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$22,080
$16,823
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
89%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$22,500
$13,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
87%
80%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
BasketballBowling
CheeringCross Country
Soccer
School Mascot
Vikings
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Animation ClubCampus Ministry Club
Drama Appreciation ClubEASE
Fashion ClubGamers Guild
Graphic Design ClubIN Club
Music ClubPhi Theta Kappa
PhotovisionsPride!
PTA ClubSay Yes to Success
Spirit ClubThe Love Project
The Writers CircleVilla Volunteers
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Shaquana Owens, Inducted into the USCAA Hall of Fame, '19 -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Villa Maria College cost?
Villa Maria College's private state tuition is approximately $22,080.
What is the acceptance rate of Villa Maria College?
The acceptance rate of Villa Maria College is 87%, which is higher than the state average of 80%.
Who are famous alumni from Villa Maria College?
Villa Maria College famous alumni include: Shaquana Owens, Inducted into the USCAA Hall of Fame, '19.
What sports does Villa Maria College offer?
Villa Maria College offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country and Soccer.
What is Villa Maria College's ranking?
Villa Maria College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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