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Saint Bonaventure University

Saint Bonaventure, New York

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Overview

Enrollment

2,602
Saint Bonaventure University overview
Location Saint Bonaventure, New York
Online sbu.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Remote Town
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Saint Bonaventure University overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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St. Bonaventure University, located in western New York's Allegany region approximately 75 miles south of Buffalo, is a private Franciscan institution established in 1858. The 500-acre campus sits in a rural setting along the Allegheny River, featuring both historic and modern buildings that reflect its Catholic heritage. The university offers undergraduate programs across four schools, with notable strengths in journalism, business, and education, while maintaining selective admission standards. The Division I athletic program competes in the Atlantic 10 Conference, with men's basketball historically serving as a cornerstone of the athletic department. First-year students are required to live on campus in one of the university's residence halls, contributing to a residential academic community that reflects the school's Franciscan values.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

8/10

Academics

6/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

7/10

Value

St. Bona is rated within the top 42% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Challenging
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SAT 1050/1220
ACT 25/32
GPA 3.48

Applications Accepted

81.1% 
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Applications Due Jul 30, 2025
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$37,620
Costs for Saint Bonaventure University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$800
Other Fees$1,150
Room and Board $14,450
Budget for Other Expenses$1,400
Total One Year Cost$55,420

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$48,800 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

63% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Saint Bonaventure University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 29%
Communication 15%
Education 13%
Social Sciences 9%
Biology 8%

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Last updated February 24, 2024