St Bonaventure University
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Graduation Rate: 70%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at St Bonaventure University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 45% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 47th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at St Bonaventure University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $51,244 | $92,426 | +11% | #96 of 452 | #129 | $24,375 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $53,128 | $79,690 | +5% | #260 of 796 | #371 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $39,937 | $71,066 | +4% | #343 of 1176 | #499 | $24,500 |
| Marketing | $41,152 | $67,383 | -3% | #242 of 516 | #340 | $27,000 |
| Journalism | $34,045 | $58,816 | +5% | #64 of 187 | #82 | $27,000 |
| Psychology | — | $57,215 | +13% | #160 of 1027 | #251 | $23,250 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $27,885 | $55,838 | +2% | #220 of 610 | #350 | $25,000 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | $27,714 | $55,796 | +10% | #46 of 158 | #61 | $25,750 |
| Sociology | $23,475 | $53,783 | +2% | #194 of 462 | #250 | $21,855 |
| Special Education and Teaching | — | $51,664 | +2% | #82 of 177 | #135 | $27,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
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🏆 Where St Bonaventure University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $38,950 | $38,950 |
| Room | $7,950 | |
| Board | $7,500 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $57,350 | $57,350 |
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Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
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Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from St Bonaventure University's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology