St. Bonaventure University

St. Bonaventure University (SBU) is a private Catholic (Franciscan) institution located in St. Bonaventure, New York, USA. Founded in 1858, it is one of the oldest Franciscan universities in the United States. The university offers more than 60 undergraduate programs and 20+ graduate programs, with a strong emphasis on liberal arts, business, communication, and education.

The campus is known for its small class sizes (15:1 student–faculty ratio) and a personalized learning environment. It has around 3,000 students, providing a close-knit academic community.


🏆 Rankings (Latest Available)

📊 U.S. News & World Report (2025–2026)

  • #19 – Best Regional Universities (North)
  • #8 – Best Value Schools (North)
  • #10 – Best Undergraduate Teaching (North)

🌎 Global & Subject Rankings (EduRank 2026)

  • #590 in the United States
  • #2284 in the World
  • Ranked in the Top 50% globally across multiple research fields

⭐ Other Rankings

  • Among “Best 391 Colleges” by The Princeton Review (consistently for 25+ years)
  • #26 Best Catholic Colleges in America (Niche 2026)
  • Top 25 colleges in New York State (Niche ranking)
Location : 3261 W State St, St Bonaventure, NY 14778, United States
Country : USA
Website : https://www.sbu.edu/
Campus : St. Bonaventure University
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