St. Bonaventure University

St. Bonaventure University is moderately difficult to get into. St. Bonaventure University admitted 81% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 3,774 applications received in 2023, 3,061 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to St. Bonaventure University, the regular decision application deadline is July 30 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who submit their applications to St. Bonaventure University for fall should hear back from St. Bonaventure University by September 15.

St. Bonaventure University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of St. Bonaventure University's admissions stats.

St. Bonaventure University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	18%
Mean SAT Score	1170
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	31%
Waitlist	No

St. Bonaventure University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for St. Bonaventure University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	7 30	September 15

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Considering Applying Early to St. Bonaventure University?

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St. Bonaventure University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Discover a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on St. Bonaventure University Admissions

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Transferring to St. Bonaventure University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to St. Bonaventure University

St. Bonaventure University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does St. Bonaventure University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at St. Bonaventure University

Curious about the factors that are considered by St. Bonaventure University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with St. Bonaventure University for more information on admission factors.

St. Bonaventure University Application Requirements

To apply to St. Bonaventure University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with St. Bonaventure University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	3	–	–
Interview	–	√	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into St. Bonaventure University?

Students admitted to St. Bonaventure University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 41% submitted a class rank. At St. Bonaventure University 18% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 49% were in the top 25% and 77% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At St. Bonaventure University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	25%
3.75 and 3.99	13%
3.50 and 3.74	19%
3.25 and 3.49	16%
3.00 and 3.24	10%
2.50 and 2.9	13%
2.00 and 2.49	4%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to St. Bonaventure University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

St. Bonaventure University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not. 31% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for St. Bonaventure University?

To be competitive with other St. Bonaventure University applicants, you should aim to earn between 1070 and 1220 (or higher!) on the SAT. At St. Bonaventure University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1220 and 25% of scored lower than 1070, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a St. Bonaventure University student is 1170.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of St. Bonaventure University students scored 610 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of St. Bonaventure University students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.

To be most competitive at St. Bonaventure University, you should strive to earn between 25 and 32 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 32 means you fall in the 75th percentile for St. Bonaventure University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 32, and three out of four students scored lower than 32 on the ACT.

A 25 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for St. Bonaventure University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 25.

More Information on Transferring to St. Bonaventure University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to St. Bonaventure University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 15.

Transfer students can enroll in St. Bonaventure University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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St. Bonaventure University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to St. Bonaventure University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to St. Bonaventure University.

Does St. Bonaventure University accept transfer credits?

✅ St. Bonaventure University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. St. Bonaventure University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does St. Bonaventure University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ St. Bonaventure University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to St. Bonaventure University?

❌ No, St. Bonaventure University is test optional, so you can make the call whether or not to send your standardized test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is St. Bonaventure University's acceptance rate?

✅ St. Bonaventure University has an acceptance rate of 81%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at St. Bonaventure University?

❌ St. Bonaventure University does not offer early decision.

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