Bucknell University

Bucknell University is a private liberal arts college in Lewisburg, PA, known for its private liberal arts, engineering and business focus, and small residential campus. With an acceptance rate of 33%, Bucknell is selective, typically enrolling around 1,034 students each year. Bucknell is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1170–1360, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Students who apply Early Decision are admitted at 55%, meaningfully higher than the regular decision rate of 32%, making Early Decision a meaningful strategic consideration. Bucknell offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $35,542 per year; the sticker price of $77,740 may look very different from what your family actually pays.