Villa Maria College

Buffalo, New York · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$13,494

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

31.4%

Admission rate

87%

Undergrad size

603

In-state tuition

$28,670

Out-of-state tuition

$28,670

Cost of attendance

$36,335

Median earnings (10y)

$38,857

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
76.5%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

11 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (41%), health (20%), trades & services (14%).

  • STEM4%
  • Health20%
  • Business13%
  • Humanities & arts41%
  • Social sciences7%
  • Trades & services14%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

10 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Design and Applied Arts.Bachelor's38$33,578
Graphic Communications.Bachelor's30
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Associate's30$35,638$15,395
Film/Video and Photographic Arts.Bachelor's14
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management.Bachelor's14
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's13
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's7
Psychology, General.Bachelor's6
Design and Applied Arts.Associate's6
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's6

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Villa Maria College

Villa Maria College is a small institution located in Buffalo, New York, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 603 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Visual & performing arts, Health professions, Business.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Villa Maria College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $13,494 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $28,670 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $36,335 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 31.4%, a average completion outcome. 76.5% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $38,857 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Villa Maria College confers degrees and certificates across 11 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Visual & performing arts, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (41% of credentials), health (20% of credentials), trades & services (14% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Villa Maria College accepts 87% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission.

Location & campus

Set in Buffalo, New York (city), Villa Maria College draws students from across New York and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Villa Maria College

Q.How much does Villa Maria College cost?

The average net price at Villa Maria College is $13,494 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $36,335.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Villa Maria College?

Villa Maria College has a 6-year graduation rate of 31.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Villa Maria College?

Villa Maria College admits 87% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.

Q.How much do Villa Maria College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Villa Maria College graduate earns $38,857 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Villa Maria College?

Published tuition is $28,670 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Villa Maria College located?

Villa Maria College is located in Buffalo, New York (ZIP 14225).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Villa Maria College at their official website.