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St Bonaventure University

Saint Bonaventure, NY·Private nonprofit·1,892 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

82%
Accept
1,892
Students
$27,151
Net Price
70%
Grad Rate
$52,700
Earnings
10 yr
$19,500
Debt

About This School

St Bonaventure University is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Bonaventure, New York with approximately 1,892 undergraduate students enrolled. St Bonaventure University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 82%. The average net price after financial aid is $27,151 per year. The graduation rate is 70%, and the typical graduate earns $52,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

St. Bonaventure University is a private Franciscan university in St. Bonaventure, New York, United States. The Western New York campus is home to 2,134 undergraduate and graduate students, with an additional 919 graduate students enrolled in online programs. The Franciscans established the university in 1858.

This small Franciscan university in western New York offers a genuinely personal college experience, and its relatively low median debt of $19,500 at graduation is a real financial win compared to many private schools. The 70% graduation rate is worth watching — roughly 3 in 10 students don't finish — so it's worth asking what support systems are in place when you visit. Worth considering if you want a tight-knit campus community and value-conscious pricing, but come with a plan to stay engaged and on track.

Setting
Remote town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing29%
Education13%
Health Professions8%
Social Sciences8%
Communications7%
Biological Sciences7%
Psychology5%
Computer Science4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1181
Reading 75th %ile630
Math 75th %ile630

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$40,150
Out-of-State Tuition
$40,150
Avg Net Price
$27,151
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants23%
Median debt at graduation$19,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
70%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
81%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$37,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.7x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White77%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino7%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,892 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

St Bonaventure University

3261 W. State Road

Saint Bonaventure, NY 14778-9800

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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