PrivateUrbanVilla Maria College
Villa
Buffalo, New York 14225-3999
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Villa Maria College is a private institution in Buffalo with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A small campus of 536 undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
31% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $38,857 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,980.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History The college was initially a teacher-training center for sisters in the education apostolate and was established as an affiliate of the Catholic University of America.
- •In 1961, a provisional charter was secured from the Board of Regents of the State of New York to grant Associate in Arts and Associate in Applied Science degrees to women religious.
Source: Wikipedia
Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
42.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.5%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$10,511
Academics
Programs (28)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
63%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
3
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NY state average + city premium