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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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EXPLORE Our Programs
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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
Our School of Graduate Studies offers master's and certificate programs in education, business, communication, and health professions.
Find a Graduate ProgramSPECIAL 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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Office of AdmissionsOnline Journalism
Top industry professionals guide our master's in journalism programs.
GM of Bonnies basketball and retired ESPN's NBA Insider Adrian "Woj" Wojnarowski, '91 (right) and New York Post lead sports columnist Mike Vaccaro, '89, at Vaccaro's induction onto the Jandoli School's Wall of Distinguished Graduates.Online M.A. Journalism programs
News & Events
Annual SBU Move Out off this year, but students can still donate locally
May 9, 2025 | The annual St. Bonaventure Move Out Sale will not be held this year, but students are still encouraged to donate items they choose not to take home to local donation centers.
Four SBU employees honored at annual awards event
May 5, 2025 | Four devoted staff members were honored May 1 with Presidential Awards for Staff Excellence at St. Bonaventure University.
Scibilia to report on U.S. immigration as part of national fellowship
May 2, 2025 | A St. Bonaventure University student journalist will spend his summer covering a story that makes international headlines daily: U.S. immigration policy.
SBU’s SWOB mission trip nurtures health, hope in DR
May 2, 2025 | Building on years of service, the latest mission by St. Bonaventure University’s Students Without Borders (SWOB) took the group back to the Dominican Republic, where they left behind not only immediate care but the seeds of sustainable health practices.
SBU wins regional title to advance to national club softball tourney
Apr 30, 2025 | Thanks to a dominating performance in the North Atlantic Regional tournament, St. Bonaventure’s club softball team is headed to the National Club Softball Association World Series May 15-18 in Georgia.
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Visit us this summer! First campus visit event is:
Learn all there is to love about St. Bonaventure! Select any of these visit options:
Saturday, July 12 - DePerro School of Health Professions (1 session only) Morning session
Saturday, July 19 - School of Business Morning session | Afternoon sessionSaturday, Aug. 9 - Preview Day Morning session | Afternoon sessionFriday, Aug. 15 - School of Arts & Sciences Morning session | Afternoon session
LEARN MORE ABOUT VISITING SBU
Also available are weekly campus tours & info sessions. Or consider yourself invited to schedule a virtual visit with an Admissions representative!