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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.
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.
Find a ProgramGRADUATE
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
‘Postcards from Puccini’ brings opera to Quick Arts
Oct 2, 2025 | Iconic operatic moments presented by the renowned Robert Grayson and Paul Groves Studio will grace the stage of St. Bonaventure University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17.
St. Bonaventure welcomes four members to Board of Trustees
Sep 29, 2025 | St. Bonaventure University welcomed four new members to its Board of Trustees on Friday during its annual fall meeting on campus.
Join us for SBU's 5th annual Fall in Love with Science on Oct. 4
Sep 29, 2025 | St. Bonaventure University faculty and students are once again inviting the public to “Fall in Love with Science” and explore the science behind their food, health and community.
No. 1 Bonnies thump Kutztown ruggers on SBU’s Family Weekend
Sep 27, 2025 | St. Bonaventure (3-0), ranked first in the latest National Collegiate Rugby Division I poll, throttled No. 8 Kutztown, 46-13, before a large crowd on SBU’s Family Weekend.
Haudenosaunee artists to share culture and craft at St. Bonaventure
Sep 24, 2025 | St. Bonaventure University will host Dwahšönih, a pop-up interactive learning space featuring a celebration of Indigenous arts, on Wednesday, Oct. 1, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Art, faith, service (and pets) at the heart of SBU’s Francis Week
Sep 24, 2025 | St. Bonaventure University will celebrate Francis Week Sept. 29 through Oct. 4 with a series of events honoring its Franciscan heritage, beginning with an evening of storytelling and art at the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts.
U.S. News: SBU faculty get high marks for teaching excellence
Sep 23, 2025 | St. Bonaventure University’s faculty received high marks in the latest U.S. News & World Report college rankings.
SBU’s SHARP Hub calls grades 5–12 to register for reading program
Sep 23, 2025 | St. Bonaventure University’s SHARP Hub (Hub for Advancing Reading & Practice), formerly known as the SBU Reading Center, is still accepting registrations for its fall and spring literacy program for students in grades 5 through 12.
Bona women thump BC to capture first rugby road win of the year
Sep 21, 2025 | The St. Bonaventure women’s rugby team picked up where it left off last season, traveling to Boston College and steamrolling the Eagles, 74-0, Sunday afternoon.
SBU stuns Queens on final play to win rollercoaster rugby match
Sep 21, 2025 | In a rollercoaster match between two of the best rugby clubs in the nation, the Bonnies traveled to Charlotte, North Carolina, Saturday afternoon and defeated Queens University, 32-29, on the final play.
Harris exhibition to help Quick Center launch 30th anniversary
Sep 17, 2025 | As part of the 30th anniversary celebration of the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts, Heather Lynn Harris, MFA, will present a special exhibition in The Front Gallery.
Beyond the stats: the human impact of the RAM clinic
Sep 17, 2025 | Jim Mahar, BonaResponds founder and longtime champion of service, captures moments from the RAM clinic and what they reveal about the power of community.
Dual Degree in Nursing program celebrates exam success
Sep 16, 2025 | All six students in the second cohort of St. Bonaventure University’s Dual Degree in Nursing program have passed the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses.
Enrollment open for K–12 reading literacy at SHARP Hub, SBU
Sep 16, 2025 | St. Bonaventure University’s SHARP Hub (Hub for Advancing Reading & Practice),formerly known as the SBU Reading Center, is now accepting registrations for its fall and spring literacy programs for children in kindergarten through grade 12.
Waterman immersive exhibition to be unveiled at QCA Sunday
Sep 16, 2025 | Artist Carson Waterman, a cultural icon of the Seneca Nation, will be featured as the centerpiece of the Laine Immersion Arts Exhibition.
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MBA, Sport Administration, & Accounting Program Information Session
, St. BonaventureJoin 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 SessionAlso available are weekly campus tours & info sessions. Or consider yourself invited to schedule a virtual visit with an Admissions representative!
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MSED Graduate Programs Information Session - Virtual
, St. BonaventureJoin us to explore St. Bonaventure University’s MSED graduate programs, including Adolescence Education, Educational Leadership, Inclusive Special Education, and Literacy (Birth to Grade 12). Discover more about these programs, the admissions process, and meet our faculty.
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Corporate Partner Exclusive Information Session
, St. BonaventureJoin 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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M.S. in Sport Administration Program Information Session
, St. BonaventureJoin us for an information session to learn about St. Bonaventure University's M.S. in Sport Administration programs. This session will provide an overview of the program, admission requirements, and the unique opportunities available to our students.
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