St Bonaventure University
About St Bonaventure University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
St. Bonaventure University is a private Franciscan university in Allegany, New York, in the Southern Tier. It is known for its journalism and mass communications program, one of the most accredited in the country, alongside finance, biology, and education.
Founded
1858
Location
Saint Bonaventure, New York
Students
2,722
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
81.7%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
66.7%
Near national average
Tuition
$41,735
Per year
Avg Net Price
$27,074
After financial aid
SAT Average
1197
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$57,214
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
St Bonaventure University accepts the majority of applicants at 81.7%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1197/ 1600
ACT Scores
24/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
66.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
85.9%
4-Year Grad
68%
6-Year Grad
71%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
65.8%
$/Student
$8.9K
Class Size
Medium
68% graduate in 4 years, and 85.9% of freshmen return for year two. The retention rate suggests students are happy with their experience.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$41,735
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,300
Books & Supplies
$800
Total Cost of Attendance
$57,271
After Financial Aid
$27,074
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$15,651
Receive Grants
26.8%
Take Loans
93.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $57,271/yr, including $15,300 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $27,074.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at St Bonaventure University fund their education.
While in School
26.8%
Get Grants
Free money
93.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$79,145
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$26,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$276/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $26,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $57K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends St Bonaventure University.
Gender
47.9%
Female
52%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,012
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
710
Graduates
18.6%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
1.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (48% women, 52% men). 18.6% are first-generation college students. 5.2% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
2,012
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
St Bonaventure University fields 9 varsity teams with 528 student athletes, about 26% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
Atlantic 10
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
528
26% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
291
Men
237
Women
8
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of St Bonaventure Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$57,214
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Accounting and Related Services
$53K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
$41K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$51K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Special Education and Teaching
$52K
24 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$40K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$57K
21 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $49K six years out, growing to $57K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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