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Shaped by its values of compassion, wisdom and integrity and ranked No. 8 for value and No. 19 overall in the North by U.S. News & World Report, St. Bonaventure — located in beautiful Western New York — is a transformative community committed to academic excellence and civic engagement.

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Smiling male student in SBU ball cap.St. Bonaventure is more than just a college. It’s a home rooted in Franciscan values and academic excellence.  Just ask any Bonnie, and you’ll hear stories filled with home, community, and life-changing experiences.

 

A top college in Western New York

Located in scenic Western New York, SBU is a leading private Catholic-Franciscan university where students excel in academics and service. Faculty are not only scholars but mentors who guide students to succeed both personally and professionally.

With 21 graduate programs and more than 60 undergraduate majors and programs across the arts, sciences, business, education, and health professions, we offer a transformative academic experience.

At SBU, you’ll find more than a college — you’ll find your perfect fit.

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UNDERGRADUATE

UNDERGRADUATE

Whatever your interest — business, education, arts & sciences, communication or health professions — our five academic schools offer varied and relevant programs that prepare you for meaningful and fulfilling careers.

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GRADUATE

GRADUATE

Our School of Graduate Studies offers master's and certificate programs in education, business, communication, and health professions.

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SPECIAL PROGRAMS

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

From an Honors Program that rewards and challenges high-achieving students to early assurance programs that enable qualified students to secure a seat in graduate and preprofessional programs, we offer a host of special programs aimed at addressing specific needs and interests.

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Where Heart Meets Mind. Where Passion Fuels Purpose.

For purpose-driven professionals, St. Bonaventure's School of Graduate Studies offers a graduate experience rooted in Franciscan values and real community. Learn online, on campus, or in a hybrid format, and grow as a whole person — mind, heart, and spirit.
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Bonnies upend top-ranked Niagara to claim UNYCHL hockey title Feb 13, 2026 | St. Bonaventure’s Cole Bailey scored late in the third period and 3:45 into overtime to give the Bonnies a thrilling 3-2 win over the Purple Eagles Thursday night to capture the Upstate New York Collegiate Hockey League title at NU’s Dwyer Arena.
SBU students take part in PolitiFact workshop Feb 13, 2026 | St. Bonaventure University students are once again working with PolitiFact Chief Correspondent Louis Jacobson and Jandoli Institute Executive Director Richard Lee to check facts and write articles for PolitiFact.
Mackowski’s latest book recasts John Adams for America’s 250th Feb 11, 2026 | John Adams isn’t always remembered as readily as the rest of the Founders, but there would have been no United States of America without him. A new book by Dr. Chris Mackowski invites readers to take a fresh look just in time for America’s 250th birthday.
Bona Pride and Giving Days are just around the corner Feb 9, 2026 | The week of Feb. 23 is an opportunity for St. Bonaventure alumni, friends, parents and the campus community to show their pride in the university — and in more ways than one.
Six Bonnies named to NCR All-American rugby teams Feb 6, 2026 | Six St. Bonaventure rugby players have been named to the 2025 National Collegiate Rugby Division I All-American teams for the fall 15s season.
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    Interested in advancing your education? Stop by the Graduate School Information Table in the Hickey Dining Hall to learn about the exciting graduate programs we offer.

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    Discover your next step after graduation and see how you can become classroom-ready, lunch provided.

    Join us to explore St. Bonaventure University’s MSED graduate programs, including Adolescence Education, Inclusive Special Education, and Literacy (Birth to Grade 12). Discover more about these programs, the admissions process, and meet our faculty.

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