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Bucknell University

Bucknell University is a medium, private institution located in Lewisburg, pa. Founded in 1846, Bucknell University offers undergraduate degrees in 66 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 3,732 undergraduates
cost $61,746 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Bucknell University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 32.6%
SAT score average 1405
ACT score average 29
Average high school GPA 3.65
Application fee $50
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Key deadlines

June
30
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November
15
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Bucknell University is known for one of its top majors: Economics. Their student-faculty ratio is 9:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
9 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Engineering and Technology
Languages and Literature
Computer Science and Information Technology
Public Policy and Administration

Popular majors

Economics
Political Science and Government
Psychology, General
Accounting and Related Services
Biology, General
Mechanical Engineering
Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $61,746
Additional expenses
Room & board $15,358
Books & supplies $900
Other expenses $2,166
Cost of attendance* $80,170
Average financial aid package $50,155
Estimated cost $30,015 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $61,746
Additional expenses
Room & board $15,358
Books & supplies $900
Other expenses $2,166
Cost of attendance* $80,170
Average financial aid package $50,155
Estimated cost $30,015 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average of annual expenses including tuition, books, room, board, and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Bucknell University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,732, with gender binary students split 48% male and 52% female.

Total enrollment

3,892

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
75%
African American %
4%
Hispanic American %
8%
Asian %
5%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
4%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Bucknell University, students love their Environmental Club, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map One Dent Drive, Lewisburg, PA 17837
phone 570-577-2000
address www.bucknell.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Environmental club

Gender & sexuality alliance

Bucknell outing club

Core (student programming board)

Active minds

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Bucknell University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Bucknell University?

Bucknell University is located in Lewisburg, pa.

What is the acceptance rate at Bucknell University? 

The acceptance rate for Bucknell University is 33%.

What’s the average GPA for Bucknell University?

The average high school GPA for Bucknell University students was 3.65.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Bucknell University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Bucknell University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $320,680.

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