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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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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
Our School of Graduate Studies offers master's and certificate programs in education, business, communication, and health professions.
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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
Bonnies wallop Walsh to advance to national rugby title game
Dec 6, 2025 | The Bonnies (8-2-1 overall), ranked No. 3 in the latest NCR poll, dominated No. 4 Walsh University, 33-8, Saturday afternoon at Butler, Pennsylvania, to advance to the National Collegiate Rugby D-I title game for the third time in the last five years.
SBU one win away from third trip to rugby national title game
Dec 4, 2025 | One thing is certain: St. Bonaventure’s match Saturday vs. Walsh University in a National Collegiate Rugby Championship semifinal won’t be a repeat of their match Oct. 3.
SBU’s Jandoli School announces new major in Content Creation
Dec 3, 2025 | St. Bonaventure University’s acclaimed Jandoli School of Communication has announced the launch of a new Bachelor of Arts in Content Creation, a 44-credit major designed to prepare students for careers in the rapidly evolving world of digital media.
PE majors shine at state conference
Dec 1, 2025 | Two St. Bonaventure University Physical Education majors were recognized for their outstanding achievements by receiving the prestigious Jay B. Nash Outstanding Major Award at the 86th Annual Conference of the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (NYSAHPERD).
One day to Giving Tuesday: Bona Buddies marks 50th year
Dec 1, 2025 | For 50 years, Bona Buddies has been a staple of the St. Bonaventure University community. To help raise money and awareness for Bona Buddies and other service programs, SBU’s Franciscan Center for Social Concern (FCSC) is hosting #GivingTuesdayatBonas on Dec. 2.
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