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2026-27 cycleSaint Bonaventure, NY

St Bonaventure University

St. Bonaventure University is a private Franciscan Catholic university located in Saint Bonaventure, New York. It is recognized for its comprehensive academic offerings in journalism, business, health professions, and education. The university provides a supportive, values-based learning environment focused on service and personal growth.

Acceptance rate

82%

Undergrad enrollment

1,914

Test policy

Test optional

Application fee

Free

Application deadlines

RoundDeadline
Regular DecisionFranciscan Health Care Professions Priority Application DeadlineNovember 1, 2026
Regular DecisionFranciscan Health Care Professions Final Application DeadlineMarch 1, 2027
TransferFall Transfer Priority DeadlineAugust 15, 2027

Supplemental essay prompts

RequiredMajor choice650 words

Details your interest in working in the profession of medicine and why you are interested in starting that process at SBU and then continuing at your selected medical school (e.g., DUQCOM, NYITCOM, LECOM).

RequiredMajor choice650 words

Details your interest in working in the profession of physical therapy and why you are interested in starting that process at SBU and then continuing at Daemen University Dept. of Physical Therapy.

Data gathered August 2026.