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SBU jumps to No. 19 in U.S. News ‘Best Colleges’ rankings
߲ݴý jumped six spots to No. 19 among Regional Universities in the North in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” rankings released today.
The university also earned a place among the top 10 in the region for undergraduate teaching and made significant gains in U.S. News’ ranking of universities advancing social mobility.
߲ݴý rose from No. 25 to No. 19 overall among Regional Universities in the North and was ranked No. 12 among private universities in the region, a new U.S. News ranking this year.
“While no ranking can fully capture the transformative experience our students have at ߲ݴý, this recognition reflects the extraordinary commitment of our faculty and staff to their success,” said University President Dr. Jeff Gingerich. “Our students come here to be challenged, supported and inspired, and they leave prepared not only for meaningful careers, but to lead lives of purpose and service. That has always been at the heart of a Bonaventure education.”
Excellence in undergraduate teaching
߲ݴý maintained its No. 10 ranking for Best Undergraduate Teaching among Regional Universities in the North.
The ranking recognizes institutions where faculty and administrators at peer universities believe there is an unusually strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.
That recognition reflects a defining characteristic of the ߲ݴý experience: close relationships between students and faculty who serve not only as teachers, but as mentors throughout a student’s college career.
Advancing opportunity
߲ݴý also made one of its largest gains in the Top Performers on Social Mobility ranking, climbing 13 places from No. 88 to No. 75 among Regional Universities in the North.
The social mobility ranking measures how well universities graduate students who receive federal Pell Grants, which are generally awarded to undergraduates with significant financial need.
The university maintained its No. 25 position among Best Value Schools in the region. U.S. News’ value ranking considers a university’s academic quality alongside the net cost of attendance for students receiving need-based financial aid.
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●&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ; No. 19 — Regional Universities – North
●&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ; No. 12 — Top Private Colleges – Regional Universities – North
●&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ; No. 10 — Best Undergraduate Teaching – Regional Universities – North
●&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ; No. 25 — Best Value Schools – Regional Universities – North
●&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ;&Բ; No. 75 — Top Performers on Social Mobility – Regional Universities – North
National recognition for the Bonaventure experience
The U.S. News rankings are the latest national recognition of the quality and value of a ߲ݴý education.
In August, The Princeton Review once again named ߲ݴý to its annual list of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education, selecting the university for inclusion in the 2027 edition of “The Best 392 Colleges.” Only about 14% of America’s nearly 2,800 four-year colleges are included in the guide.
The Princeton Review’s recognition draws heavily on feedback from students about their college experience. ߲ݴý students praised the university’s faculty for their accessibility and commitment to students, calling professors “the backbone of this university.” Students also highlighted the university’s close-knit community and the strong sense of belonging they experience on campus.
The recognition complements ߲ݴý’s No. 10 U.S. News ranking for Best Undergraduate Teaching, offering two different measures that point to a hallmark of the Bonaventure experience: a highly personal education built around strong relationships between students and faculty.
The 2027 edition of the U.S. News Best Colleges rankings evaluates more than 1,700 U.S. colleges and universities, using up to 17 factors to measure academic quality and graduate success.
U.S. News publishes the rankings annually to help prospective students and their families compare undergraduate institutions. The rankings include information and data on factors such as graduation rates and post-graduate earnings.
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The School of Business Info Session (on-campus)
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Join the School of Business during Common Hour to explore graduate opportunities in Business Administration (MBA), Professional Accountancy and Sport Administration.Hear what’s new with the MBA, learn about your options and get answers to your questions — whether graduate school is already in your plans or you’re just curious. Lunch provided. Swan 103.
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Boston Friar Reception
Join fellow ߲ݴý alumni, friends and members of the Franciscan community for the 2026 Boston Friars Reception. Enjoy an evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and fellowship as we reconnect and celebrate the Franciscan spirit that brings our Bona community together. ߲ݴý President Jeff Gingerich will also offer remarks and share an update from campus.
October 29, 2026 6:00PM - 8:00PM
St. Anthony Shrine & Friars Residence
100 Arch StreetBoston, Massachusetts 02110This special gathering is generously hosted by Fr. Frank Sevola, O.F.M., ’82 and Fr. John O'Connor. We hope you’ll join us for a warm and welcoming evening with the Bona family in Boston.
Register by October 22nd
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Riff City Social | Canisius Pregame
Get ready to cheer on the Bonnies as they take on Canisius! 🏀
Join fellow ߲ݴý alumni, family and friends for a pregame reception at Riff City Social before the Bonnies hit the court at 7 p.m. Reconnect with the Bona community, enjoy great food and get ready for an exciting night of basketball!
Pregame Reception Details
Location: Riff City Social | 166 Chandler St.
Time: 4–6 p.m.
Cost: $20 per person (includes food and access to our dedicated pregame space)
Game tipoff: 7 p.m.
Whether you're a longtime Bonnies fan or joining us for the first time, all are welcome! Wear your brown and white, bring a friend and help us get ready to cheer on the Bonnies!
Please note: Game tickets are not included in the reception registration and must be purchased separately. To purchase tickets, please feel free to text or call the SBU Ticket Office at (716) 375-2500 or email us at tickets@sbu.edu.