Why Choose SBU?

Why Choose SBU?

Earn an online master’s degree from an established accredited institution and the first Catholic-Franciscan university in the United States. As a private Catholic-Franciscan university, St. Bonaventure University Online embraces the principles of discovery, community and individual worth. These values translate into six inclusive programs for online master of business administration, online master's in cybersecurity, online master’s of integrated marketing communications, online master’s of strategic leadership, online master’s of science in education school counseling and online master’s of science in education clinical mental health counseling.

St. Bonaventure is known for its academics as it is ranked #2 in Best Value Schools and #22 in Regional Universities North by the 2019 U.S. News and World Report. In addition, SBU Bonnies are proud members of the Atlantic 10 conference.

I chose SBU because it was the only school with a degree that suited my future plans. I wanted an MSED in CMHC, and doing it online was very convenient. I also appreciated how the courses were designed, allowing me to connect with classmates. I had such a great experience.  

Bernie Crowl
MSED Clinical Mental Health Counseling, 2021
Bryant Park Therapy, Psychotherapist LP