- 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 522 students (84% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 62%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Private-state tuition: $22,080
- Acceptance Rate: 76%
- Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
- Minority enrollment: 60%
- 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 138 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Villa Maria College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
138 staff
159 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Villa Maria College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Villa Maria College diversity score of 0.73 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 15% over five years.
Total Enrollment
522 students
1,129 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
441 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
81 students
601 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
522 students
357 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
441 students
519 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
81 students
850 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
41 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
4%
8%
% Hispanic
9%
23%
% Black
30%
18%
% White
40%
38%
% Hawaiian
8%
2%
% Two or more races
8%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
33%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
30%
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,500
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $22,080 is more than the state average of $16,503. The private state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$22,080
$16,503
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$22,500
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
76%
74%
SAT Reading
510
515
SAT Math
445
505
SAT Writing
n/a
485
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Animation Club, Campus Ministry Club, Drama Appreciation Club, EASE, Fashion Club, Gamers Guild, Graphic Design Club, IN Club, Music Club, Phi Theta Kappa, Photovisions, Pride!, PTA Club, Say Yes to Success, Spirit Club, The Love Project, The Writers Circle, Villa Volunteers
Animation Club, Campus Ministry Club, Drama Appreciation Club, EASE, Fashion Club, Gamers Guild, Graphic Design Club, IN Club, Music Club, Phi Theta Kappa, Photovisions, Pride!, PTA Club, Say Yes to Success, Spirit Club, The Love Project, The Writers Circle, Villa Volunteers
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
- 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 76%, which is higher than the state average of 74%.
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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