HEART meets mind


Shaped by its values of compassion, wisdom and integrity and ranked No. 6 for value and No. 14 for innovation 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.

St. Bonaventure University

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Explore your future at St. Bonaventure University


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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EXPLORE Our Programs

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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Online 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
Ribbon-cutting Monday for Yella’s food hub inside RC Café Sep 5, 2025 | Yella’s, the new food hub within the RC Café, will hold a ribbon-cutting at 11 a.m. Monday. The campus community is invited for the brief ceremony.
St. Bonaventure tops 3,000 students, highest in school history Sep 2, 2025 | For the first time in its 167-year history, St. Bonaventure University has enrolled more than 3,000 students, a 50% increase in just 10 years.
BonaResponds, Warming House to help with medical clinic at YMCA Sep 2, 2025 | A Remote Area Medical (RAM) clinic is returning to Olean this month and two longtime service organizations at St. Bonaventure are lending their support.
Quick Center marks 30th season with BPO, gallery debuts Sep 1, 2025 | The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University will celebrate its 30th anniversary by opening both its performance and exhibition seasons with a vibrant day of music and art on Sunday, Sept. 21.
Fall '24 heartbreak, spring '25 success drive SBU men's rugby Aug 29, 2025 | Fueled by the disappointment of a heart-wrenching loss last December and bolstered by their success in spring 7s, the men’s rugby team at St. Bonaventure heads into the fall season with a “quiet confidence” that they’ll be able to take the final step to win another national title.
SBU’s STEM programs for teachers, students mark 10th anniversary Aug 28, 2025 | This summer marked the 10th anniversary of two STEM outreach programs at St. Bonaventure University that have made a lasting impact on nearly 200 students and area educators.
Day of family creativity and community at Art for All Ages Aug 21, 2025 | Families are invited to join in a day of creativity and community at Art for All Ages, a special event designed to inspire young artists through hands-on crafting and custom art projects on Saturday, Aug. 23.
Gift from Hickeys allows SBU to build new 6-court tennis complex Aug 21, 2025 | Thanks to a significant gift from Michael and Kristeen Hickey, both from the Class of 1984, St. Bonaventure University will have a new outdoor tennis complex.
Institute publishes a new book on Franciscan mission integration Aug 11, 2025 | The Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure University has released the second book in a series focused on mission integration in Franciscan institutions.
SBU’s Quick Center unveils 30th performance & exhibition season Aug 1, 2025 | A special performance by the Grammy-winning Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, under the direction of renowned conductor JoAnn Falletta, will officially launch the 30th anniversary celebration of St. Bonaventure University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts and open its 2025-2026 Exhibition and Performing Arts Season on Sunday, Sept. 21.
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  • Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) Information Session - Virtual

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    Join us for an information session to learn more about the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program at St. Bonaventure University! Discover how our innovative curriculum, hands-on clinical experiences, and dedicated faculty prepare students to become compassionate and skilled OT professionals. This session will provide an overview of the program, admission requirements, and the unique opportunities available to our students.

    Register here

  • Corporate Partner Exclusive Information Session

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    Join us for a virtual information session to learn about St. Bonaventure University's Corporate Partnerships program. Discover how employees of participating organizations can benefit from exclusive tuition discounts and flexible graduate programs. We'll cover the wide range of graduate and professional programs available, how the partnership works, and how the admissions process works.

    Learn more about our Corporate Partners Program
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  • MBA & Accounting Program Information Session

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    Join us for an information session to learn about St. Bonaventure University's Master of Business Administration program. This session will provide an overview of the program, admission requirements, and the unique opportunities available to our students.

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  • MBA, Sport Administration, & Accounting Program Information Session

    , St. Bonaventure

    Join us for an information session to learn about St. Bonaventure University's Master of Business Administration, MBA 150-Hour Accounting, and M.S. in Sport Administration programs. This session will provide an overview of the programs, admission requirements, and the unique opportunities available to our students.

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  • Take the first step toward becoming a Bonnie. Visit us! Next campus visit event is:

    Experience the Bona spirit firsthand. Visit campus and see where your future begins. Select any of these visit options:
     

    Friday, Oct. 10 - School of Education | Sign Up 
    Friday, Oct. 17 - DePerro School of Health Professions | Sign Up
    Friday, Nov. 7 - Jandoli School of Communication | Sign Up

    Fall Open House
    Saturday, Oct. 25 - Sign Up

    Preview Days
    Tuesday, Nov. 11 - Veteran's Day - School of Business feature | Sign Up
    Saturday, Nov. 22 - Morning Session | Afternoon Session
    Saturday, Dec. 6 - Morning Session | Afternoon Session

    Also available are weekly campus tours & info sessions. Or consider yourself invited to schedule a virtual visit with an Admissions representative!

    LEARN MORE ABOUT VISITING SBU

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