Achieve’s mission is to provide specialized services to students with learning differences.
We address students’ needs individually and develop a plan to make their transition into college easier. The Achieve Program helps students develop the skills needed in college and builds their confidence along the way, focusing on preparing students for life after college.
Now in its tenth year, the Achieve Program evolved out of necessity. We saw some students with learning differences struggling academically and socially. They were capable of success in both areas, but the level of support they received dropped dramatically compared to what they received in high school. Achieve helps students bridge that gap
Offering some of
the highest retention
rates in WNY!
Build Your Confidence
Villa Maria is more than just a place to take classes. It’s a place where you can pursue your passion, sharpen your skills, and take your talents to the next level.
Villa offers its students unwavering support – from assistive technology to personalized accommodations. However, being an Achieve student at Villa isn’t just about doing well in your classes; it’s about connecting with your classmates, growing personally, trying new things, and having a true college experience. At Villa, this includes on-campus student life programming, USCAA athletics, 30+ student-run clubs, and more.
Why Achieve at Villa?
The Achieve Program for Students with Learning Differences is part of Villa Maria College, a collegiate institution that has been part of the Western New York community for 60+ years. It’s a place to pursue your passion, sharpen your skills, and take your talents to the next level.
Future Students
The College’s inclusive atmosphere and student-centered environment provide the foundation for student success. We seek to address students’ needs individually and develop a plan to make their transition into college easier. The Achieve Program offers resources to students focusing on academic skills, targeted areas of executive function, and career readiness.
About the Program
The Achieve Program was created by a team of professionals who are experienced in working with students with learning differences. The Achieve Program charges a modest fee to provides resources to students with learning differences that go above and beyond what is required by law.
Achieve Services
”"My learning differences made it challenging for me to understand everything I was being taught. Achieve gave me the opportunity to continue to get the help I had been used to receiving in high school at the college level. Because of my drive to do well, and with the help of the tutors in the Achieve Program, I’m on my way to attaining my goals while maintaining a 3.2 GPA or higher grade until graduation. Through the school’s and Achieve’s help, I know I will soon have a successful Graphic Arts/Creative Writing career."
Rebecca KendallGraphic Design, Class of 2020