Overview
Enrollment
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
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
St. Bona is rated within the top 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Saint Bonaventure University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#502 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#351 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#71 in Best Colleges in New York
#50 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#475 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#68 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1050/1260 |
| ACT | 23/30 |
| GPA | 3.48 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 30, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $1,200 |
| Room and Board | $15,000 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $57,350 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 29% |
| Communication | 15% |
| Education | 13% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Biology | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=195164 IPEDS survey data for Saint Bonaventure University.
Current students may use the Saint Bonaventure University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025