College Profile
Medaille College is a dynamic, private, four-year college committed to serving the higher education needs of Western and Central New York, and Southern Ontario. The College is located within the historic Olmsted Crescent in the heart of Buffalo, New York, with branch campuses in Amherst and Rochester. The Institution is known for its flexible delivery systems, offering master’s, bachelor’s, and associate degrees through day, evening, and weekend programs.
One of the fastest growing colleges in America, Medaille College in Buffalo, New York, is a private, nonsectarian, co-educational institution with a strong liberal arts foundation. The independent College is governed by a 15-member board of trustees.
Strategically located in a thriving cultural corridor well known for its enviable and diverse quality of life, Medaille melds historic roots dating to 1875 with a 21st century philosophy of student-centered education. Flexible delivery systems provide high-quality academic instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels taught by a superb faculty in an atmosphere where hands-on learning prevails and innovation is encouraged.
The College prides itself on a strong, dedicated faculty. Within the past year, faculty members have been awarded major research grants through such organizations as the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health. Medaille has been dedicated to bringing experienced faculty and staff on board for fast-growing degree programs and student support services.
In addition, the College boasts a vibrant student life, offering a wide variety of extracurricular activities and opportunities for involvement. A member of the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference, Medaille fields NCAA Division III athletic teams for men and women.
Enrollment
(Fall 2007)
Total full-time enrollment: 2758
Total part time enrollment: 171
Total full time undergraduate: 1589
Total part time undergraduate: 76
Total full time graduate: 1169
Total part time graduate: 95
Resident students: 426
Average class size: 14
Undergraduate students to faculty ratio: 15:1
% traditional (day college less than 24 years old): 73% (percentage of all undergraduates); 41% (percentage of all students)
Highlights 2007-08
- Dr. Richard T. Jurasek joined the College as President
- The Amherst campus relocated to 30 Wilson Road, a 50,000 square foot facility with state-of-the-art technology, conference rooms, and video conferencing system
- 15 new, full-time faculty joined the College
- 117 Humboldt became the Wellness Center, home to the Counseling and Health Offices
- 105 Humboldt became the new home to the Information Technology department
- 420 students live in campus housing, up 25% from 2005-06
- the True Blue and Gold Leadership Program began
- 175 student-athletes participated in varsity sports
