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Bucknell

Acceptance rate
29
%
ACT middle 50%
30
–
33
Applications
11377
Undergraduates
3920

Overview

Bucknell University is a nationally recognized private institution in Pennsylvania, offering a distinctive blend of liberal arts, engineering, and management education through its three colleges: the College of Arts & Sciences, the College of Engineering, and the Freeman College of Management. Known for its interdisciplinary approach, Bucknell encourages students to pursue headline-making discoveries and collaborate across fields, fostering a culture of curiosity and innovation. The university boasts impressive career outcomes, with 93% of the Class of 2025 securing opportunities within nine months of graduation and an average starting salary of $73,346. Bucknell consistently ranks among the top liberal arts colleges for career success and is recognized for its innovative programs and strong undergraduate engineering offerings. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities, immersive virtual tours, and a vibrant student experience enhanced by ongoing upgrades and research opportunities, making Bucknell a dynamic environment for academic and personal growth.

Admissions Information

Applications received
11377
Students admitted
3291
Acceptance rate
29
%
Undergraduate enrollment
3920
Admissions data:
2024-25
·
IPEDS (HD2025, IC2025, ADM2024, DRVEF2024)

Test Scores

Middle 50% scores
25th percentile
75th percentile
SAT Reading & Writing
650
730
SAT Math
660
740
ACT Composite
30
33
Students submitting SAT
29
%
Test policy

Application Information

Regular deadline
10-Jan-27
Early deadline
Early Decision: Nov 1, 2026; Early Decision II: Jan 10, 2027
Accepts the Common Application
Yes
College Board code
2050

Characteristics

School type
Private
Setting
Town: Distant
Undergraduate size
2,500–7,500
Athletics
Intramural
Club
Division I
Intercollegiate
Competitiveness
Competitive

Contact information

Address
701 Moore Avenue, Lewisburg, PA 17837
Phone
(570) 577-2000

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