A Small School With a Big Heart, and a Personal Touch to All We Do

St. Bonaventure University offers all the opportunities of a large school, while maintaining the personal feel of a small college. No matter what your academic interest, the degree you seek, or whether you're a first-year student, transfer student or military veteran, you'll find a home at St. Bonaventure.


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St. Bonaventure University

Freshman Admissions

We're a smart choice and a sound investment, a "top value" among regional schools; 99% of our graduates are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation.

Freshman Admissions
Graduate Admissions

We serve over 700 graduate students through 21 master's degree and certificate programs, including a number of highly sought-after online programs.

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Transfer Admissions

Joining our Bonaventure family couldn't be easier!

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International Admissions

St. Bonaventure will soon become your second home.

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Thank you for your interest in SBU! Fill out our inquiry form to learn more about being an undergraduate, graduate or online student at SBU.

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Military Aligned Program

We proudly welcome our nation's veterans and military-affiliated families. Learn why our military-friendly institution is a top-ranked school for veterans and their families.

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Online Graduate Programs

Earn your degree in a flexible online format that prepares you for personal and professional success.

Online Master's Programs
Early Assurance Programs

Early assurance programs enable qualified high school and undergraduate college students to secure a spot in a competitive graduate or professional program.

Early Assurance Programs


9 out of 10

Number of graduates who say if they had it to do over they'd choose St. Bonaventure again.

99%

Percentage of graduates working or in graduate school within six months of graduation.

20%

How much higher Bonaventure's graduation rates are than the national average.


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A decision you can afford to make

Our goal is to make a quality, private Catholic-Franciscan university education available to as many students as possible. We offer aid based on need and academic performance, and encourage all students to apply for financial aid.

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Visit Our Campus

Many of our students tell us Bonaventure became their top choice the first time they set foot on our beautiful campus.

1989 St. Bonaventure graduate Michael Vaccaro of the New York Post

Alumni Network

We're proud of our more than 33,000 alumni, many of whom have distinguished themselves in leadership and service.

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Career Preparation

Our Career and Professional Readiness Center hones your skills and helps you set and achieve your career goals.

ADMITTED STUDENTS

You've made the decision: SBU is the school for you

You likely still have a lot of questions. When and how do I make my confirmation deposit? When is Orientation, and how do I register for a session? Are there health-related and other forms I need to submit before arriving on campus? For answers to those questions and many more, visit our ADMITTED STUDENTS site.


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News & Events
St. Bonaventure again recognized by Princeton Review Aug 18, 2026 | St. Bonaventure University has once again been named one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education by The Princeton Review.
SBU students Wonder what the music is all about at Oxford Jul 27, 2026 | Students in St. Bonaventure University’s six-week Francis E. Kelley Oxford Program at the University of Oxford’s Trinity College conducted research for a conference presentation on Stevie Wonder’s “Songs in the Key of Life” album.
Six to be inducted into SBU’s Rugby Hall of Fame Sept. 11 Jun 26, 2026 | Six alumni whose contributions helped shape the tradition, culture and success of St. Bonaventure University rugby will be inducted Sept. 11 into the SBU Rugby Hall of Fame during the university’s annual Rugby Alumni Weekend.
23 Bonaventure rugby players named Scholastic All-Americans Jun 25, 2026 | Twenty-three St. Bonaventure University rugby student-athletes have been named 2025-26 Scholastic All-Americans by National Collegiate Rugby (NCR).
Computer Information Systems adds to list of CS programs Jun 24, 2026 | St. Bonaventure University will offer a new major in Computer Information Systems (CIS) beginning this fall, expanding opportunities for students interested in technology-focused careers that bridge computing and organizational problem-solving.
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