St. Bonaventure University is a member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), a national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. AAQEP accreditation affirms that a program prepares effective educators who continue to grow as professionals and that the program has demonstrated the commitment and capacity to maintain quality. 

The university received initial AAQEP accreditation in July 2026 for three portfolios of programs: initial teacher preparation (see Action Report), advanced educator preparation (see Action Report), and P-12 leader preparation (see Action Report). The next site visit must be held prior to June 30, 2031, to maintain accreditation.The specific programs that are accredited include:

• Adolescence Education (BSED and MSED)
• Childhood Education (BSED)
• Educational Leadership — School Building and School District Leader (MSED and advanced certificate) 
• Inclusive Special Education Literacy (MSED)
• Physical Education (BSED)