OPENING FALL 2026
Here for Buffalo
Everything we do as a business school is about bringing the entrepreneurial spirit to life. In Fall 2026, our new Buffalo campus center will open to empower entrepreneurs in the Queen City with the skills, experience, and connections they need to move confidently into the world of business.
Accelerated, focused
Our programs put experiences with real businesses first so you can walk into a career you’ll love from day one after graduation.
A new kind of business school
High-school graduates at any point in life are welcome, whether starting out in a new career or preparing for a pivot.
Affordable
If you’re ready to take on the world of business but not a world of debt, Golisano Institute is here for you.
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$8,900
Total annual cost
One simple cost includes tuition, books, and a new laptop.
2
Certificate programs
Our certificates are endorsed by the American Council on Education (ACE) and we are licensed by the New York State Education Department’s Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision.
100%
In person
Learn face-to-face in Rochester or Buffalo (opens Fall 2026).
25
Average class size
Faculty focus only on teaching—no competing obligations.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Here for a life-changing education
Our transformative education model is optimized to scale student success in the world of business at lightning speed. We offer two accelerated certificate programs.
Professional Certificate in Business & Entrepreneurship
24 consecutive months
Perfect for levelling up in a new career or launching a new business. .
Mentored career experiences account for 20% of learning hours.
Advanced Certificate in AI & Business
12 consecutive months
Best for any professional looking to add practical data and AI skills fast.
Develops both technical and strategic skills for driving business change through AI.