Bucknell University
701 Moore Avenue, Lewisburg, PA 17837
Description
With schools like the University of Pennsylvania and Carnegie Mellon University in the same state, some students might overlook Bucknell University. Nonetheless, despite the competition Bucknell remains one of the nation’s top liberal arts universities.
Bucknell’s academics focus primarily on undergraduate study, offering nearly 50 majors and the option to design your own. The bulk of these programs are contained within the College of Arts and Sciences, but undergraduates can also enroll in the School of Management or the College of Engineering.
Graduate studies at Bucknell include a variety of programs, such as Animal Behavior, Psychology, English, Chemistry. Bucknell’s Engineering master’s programs are generally considered to be its strongest.
Financial aid options at Bucknell include scholarships, grants, loans and work-study. Graduate students can apply for assistantships and internships, both of which cover tuition and provide a small stipend.
Bucknell accepts the Common Application for undergraduate admissions. Procedures for graduate admissions vary based on the program. In addition to academic achievement, Bucknell considers its applicants’ talent, moral character, leadership experience and writing skill.
Quick Facts about Bucknell University
Location
Mid-Atlantic
Setting
Small Town Setting
Type
Private
Size
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)
Mascot
Bison
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
Yes
Selectivity
Most Selective
In-State Tuition
$43,628
Out-of-State Tuition
$43,628
Retention Rate
94%
Enrollment
3,731
Year Established
1846
Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 3,624
- Freshman Class
- 930
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 3,731
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 97%
- Graduate
- 3%
Full-Time vs. Part-Time Students
- Full-Time
- 98%
- Part-Time
- 2%
Gender of Students
- Women
- 52%
- Men
- 48%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 3%
- Asian
- 3%
- Caucasian
- 85%
- Latino
- 3%
- Other
- 6%
International Students
- International
- 3%
- Domestic
- 97%
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