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Awards

St. Bonaventure University's online graduate programs offer exceptional educational value for all students.

We're ranked #8 for Best Value Schools (North) and Top 20 Regional Universities (North) in 2025 by U.S. News and World Report. We've been awarded Kiplinger's Personal Finance "Top 300 Best College Values" and "Best 387 Colleges" by The Princeton Review.

Our Master of Science in Education School Counseling and Master of Science in Education Clinical Mental Health Counseling programs have been ranked as the 2nd Best Value in New York by TopCounselingSchools.org. Our Master of Science in Education Clinical Mental Health Counseling program has also been ranked as the Top 10 Best Online Master's in Mental Health Counseling by CounselingDegreeGuide.org.

St. Bonaventure has also been ranked by College Factual for the following:

  • #3 Best Value Graduate Degree Colleges for Journalism
  • Top 20 - Highest Paid Master's Degree Journalism Graduates
  • Top 10% - Top Schools for Veterans Nationwide
  • Top 10 - Most Focused Master’s Degree Colleges for Counselor Education/School Counseling & Guidance Services
  • Top 10 - Most Focused Master’s Degree Colleges for Computer & IS Security
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Accreditations

St. Bonaventure University Online is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation.

The St. Bonaventure University Online School of Business has joined an elite group, achieving accreditation for its bachelor's and master's degree programs in business from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. Institutions that earn accreditation confirm their commitment to quality and continuous improvement through a rigorous and comprehensive peer review.

The St. Bonaventure University Online Master of Science in Education School Counseling and Master of Science in Education Clinical Mental Health Counseling on campus and online programs are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs, also known as CACREP.

St. Bonaventure’s Jandoli School of Communication is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (ACEJMC). It’s just one of three schools offering accredited online graduate programs. The university offers a Master of Arts in Communication, a Master of Arts in Digital Journalism and a Master of Arts in Sports Journalism.

The new doctoral program in Educational Leadership at St. Bonaventure University has been granted membership in the Carnegie Project on the Educational Doctorate (CPED) Network. Selected through a rigorous application process, CPED membership ensures the recently launched Ed.D. program will be guided by the latest best practices.

Both the Traditional and Advanced Tracks of St. Bonaventure University's Master of Social Work program are currently in candidacy status and actively moving through the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)’s three-year accreditation process. Programs in Candidacy are expected to enroll students while completing the accreditation process.

Affiliations

Founded 155 years ago in the interest of promoting Catholic-Franciscan education, St. Bonaventure University continues to pursue academic excellence through personalized attention, reflecting the Franciscan tradition of valuing human relationships.

  • Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication
  • Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities
  • Catholic Biblical Association of America
  • Catholic Campus Ministry Association
  • Catholic Library Association
  • Franciscan Educational Conference
  • Middle Atlantic Association of College of Business Administration
  • National Catholic Education Association
  • National Catholic Guidance Conference
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association
  • National Collegiate Honor Council

Military Friendly

St. Bonaventure is proud to support our active military personnel and veterans. We are a proud participant in the Yellow Ribbon Program. Combine your military experience with an online master’s degree. Learn more here. We also offer a 30% tuition discount for active military personnel who enroll in our Master of Strategic Leadership program.

Learn More

If you're looking to earn your graduate degree from a private Catholic university that welcomes people of all faiths and supports students in accomplishing life-changing work, complete the form on this page or call 1-844-424-4960 to speak with an Online Enrollment Advisor.

“My experience as an online student in the MSW program at St. Bonaventure University has been amazing. The flexibility of the program has allowed me to pursue my degree while still managing work and family life. I love that I can complete coursework on my own schedule, which makes it easier to stay on track without feeling overwhelmed. The online format keeps me connected with professors and classmates, and I never feel like I’m missing out on support or interaction. This program has given me the confidence to grow professionally while still being present for the people who matter most.”

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Jana Rodgers

“I have learned so many great counseling skills at St. Bonaventure and so far, I have been able to apply most of what I am learning in my job as a psychosocial rehabilitation skills trainer. I can apply my skills in listening, counseling with an understanding of theories, and I have a better understanding of many mental disorders. I have been excelling at my job because of these skills and I am thankful to have this knowledge.”

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Frank Yarbrough, MSED Clinical Mental Health Counseling, 2024

“The formation of my business took place while I was enrolled in the MBA program, so every class was applicable to something I needed to know. My MBA concentration was in marketing, and the marketing courses really helped me to establish my company’s brand and build a reputation in the community. Even after two years in business, I use marketing metrics and client feedback every day to better understand my target market and how to reach them.”

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Theodora Turner, MBA 2018

“I chose St. Bonaventure's online graduate program because it is a very convenient way to get your master’s degree while working full-time. The most challenging part is balancing school and work, but to navigate that I make weekly assignment schedules.”

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Sierra Michaels, Alumni

“My decision to pursue an MBA at St. Bonaventure University is one I will be forever grateful for and is one I recommend to anyone considering a graduate program. Some key benefits offered are the flexible class schedule, range of electives to peak your specific field of interest, and tight-knit class sizes that allowed an in-depth discussion to be had with peers and each professor. The communication and interpersonal skills gained in this environment are invaluable.”

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Mike Iulianello, Alumni

“I have had many wonderful outcomes from my online MBA at SBU: I was inducted into Beta Gamma Sigma, which introduced me to an international network of business professionals for future career opportunities; I gained the necessary confidence I previously lacked to advance my career in the financial services industry; and, I have been granted job offers from several corporations who are aware of the excellent career preparation SBU’s business school has to offer.”

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Marcus Jones, MBA 2021

“St. Bonaventure’s MBA program is incredible. Not only is the structure of the program accommodating for the working professional, but the class sizes allow for both one-on-one interaction as well as group participation. Because of my experience at St. Bonaventure, I have a much better understanding of the ins and outs of a business, what truly makes a business successful and where I see myself in the future. SBU was the perfect fit for me.”

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Christy A. Williams, Alumni

“Not only will the program set you up for success, but you'll have access to an alumni base that will actually talk to you. Being a small school has its perks.”

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Stephon Johnson

“The most important characteristic in this industry is experience. There is no place better suited to give you the experience needed than right here at Bonaventure. Real world applications in an environment of encouragement is critical to hone your skills for the future.”

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Justin Craig

TOP 8


St. Bonaventure University is ranked by the U.S. News & World Report 2025 as the #8 Best Value School in the North.

15:1


The online programs average a 15:1 faculty to student ratio.

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As a military-friendly college, St. Bonaventure University offers a 30% tuition discount to all active military.

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