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Bucknell University

Lewisburg, PA · Private nonprofit · Distant town · Website

Bucknell University campus
Photo: Aurimas Liutikas from Lewisburg, USA · CC BY 2.0
Admission rate
29%
Selective
Average net price
$50,021
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
85%
Median earnings
$109,954
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Bucknell University is a private nonprofit college in Lewisburg, PA with 3,876 undergraduates. It admits 29% of applicants, and admitted students average 1410 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $50,021 per year ($17,578 for families earning under $30,000). 85% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $109,954 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
29%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
11,010
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,524
Fall 2023
Yield
29%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing650–730
200800
SAT Math660–740
200800
ACT Composite30–33
136

What Bucknell University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$87,696
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$70,576

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$17,578
  • $30–48k$24,370
  • $48–75k$27,496
  • $75–110k$34,392
  • $110k+$67,428

Get a personal estimate with Bucknell University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
85%
Freshman retention
94%
Median earnings
$109,954
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$26,486
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
3,876
Student–faculty ratio
9:1
Receive Pell grants
15%
  • White74%
  • Hispanic9%
  • Black4%
  • Asian4%

Bucknell University FAQ

What is Bucknell University's acceptance rate?+

Bucknell University admits 29% of applicants, which makes it selective.

What SAT score do you need for Bucknell University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 650–730 on SAT Reading and Writing and 660–740 on SAT Math; the average total is 1410.

What ACT score do you need for Bucknell University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 30–33.

Is Bucknell University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Bucknell University?+

In Fall 2023, 11,010 students applied to Bucknell University and 3,524 were admitted; 1,030 enrolled.

Does Bucknell University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Bucknell University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Bucknell University require an essay?+

Bucknell University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Bucknell University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $87,696 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $50,021.

What is Bucknell University's graduation rate?+

85% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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