Education in Niagara County

Niagara County provides a wide range of educational possibilities that are offered through a unique variety of educational facilities and institutions. Bachelor, associate, and advanced university degrees can be earned days, nights, full- or part-time. Niagara County also offers programs for young workers and re-trained individuals to sharpen their skills for entry into today’s challenging marketplace. Niagara County has 10 public school systems. Vocational and technical training schools also support the needs of local business and industry.

Western New York is home to 15 four-year schools, graduating more than 20,000 from a base of more than 100,000 annually. The largest public university in the state, the University at Buffalo, offers more than 300 graduate and undergraduate degree programs.

Colleges, Universities, and Educational and Training Institutions

Niagara University 716-286-8050
Niagara County Community College 716-614-6222
Orleans/Niagara BOCES 716-731-4176
Niagara County Employment and Training Department 716-278-8140

Niagara County Community College

The college sponsors several specific initiatives to help facilitate economic develop in Niagara County.

Small Business Development Center
(Small business start up assistance, business counseling and support)
Phone: 716-434-3815
Fax: 716-433-5155

Corporate Training
(Custom designed training programs)
Phone: 716-433-1856
Fax: 716-433-5155

Cooperative Education and Placement Services
(Recruits cooperative students, graduates, and alumni)
Phone: 716-614-6290
Fax: 716-614-6700

Community Education Program
(Short-term vocational training, computer training, and professional development)
Phone: 716-614-6470
Fax: 716-614-6822

Workforce Training and Community Development
(Foundational instruction, life skills, employment readiness, vocational training, and career development)
Phone: 716-215-5900, ext. 101
Fax: 716-215-5906