Admissions Overview
The admission process at Bucknell University has a 32% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Bucknell University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
32%
Selective
Application Volume
11,010
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
29%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Bucknell University has a 32% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Bucknell University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$50
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Bucknell University. About 27% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,300 to 1,450. Additionally, about 10% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 31 to 33.
SAT Scores
27% of students submitted400
1600
1300 – 1450
200
800
640 – 710
200
800
660 – 740
ACT Scores
10% of students submitted1
36
31 – 33
1
36
31 – 35
1
36
27 – 35
Admission Statistics
11,010 students applied to BUCKNELL. Of those, 32% were accepted (3,524 students). Of these 3,524 accepted students, 1,030 chose to enroll.
11,010
Total Applicants
3,524
Students Admitted
1,030
Students Enrolled
32%
Acceptance Rate