Admissions & Aid

Open House: Arts and Humanities

Interested in literature, history, philosophy, writing, languages, cultures, or the arts? This open house is for you.

Join us on Friday, August 9, to learn about our campus and hear from students, faculty and alumni how studying the arts and humanities will prepare you for a great career and a fulfilling life.

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Welcome accepted students!

Congratulations to all who have been accepted to the Class of 2017. Learn how to stay connected and what comes next through our web pages created for admitted students.

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A degree that leads to success

Read more about the high career placement rate of our young alums, and view a report to see what kinds of jobs they've secured.

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First in the Family

Bucknell University President John Bravman describes what it means for him to be a first-generation college student.

U-CAN

University and College Accountability Network

U-CAN is a free, consumer-informed college information website.

Admissions Timeline

November 15, 2012

Early Decision I applications must be submitted (postmarked). Applicants will be notified within one month of early decision date.

January 7, 2013

Enrollment Deposits Due for students admitted through Early Decision I.

January 15, 2013

Early Decision II applications must be submitted (postmarked). Applicants will be notified within one month of early decision date.

January 15, 2013

Regular Decision Applications should be filed; applications postmarked after January 15 will be reviewed and considered on a space-available basis.

March 21 2013

Regular Decision admissions notification letters mailed.

March 22 2013

Admissions decisions available to view by Regular Decision applicants through their on-line applicant checklist.

March 28 2013

Office of Financial Aid will mail financial aid award packets to Regular Decision applicants who applied for need-based aid.

April 20, 2013

Admitted Student Day

May 1, 2013

Enrollment Deposits Due for students admitted through Regular Decision.

Important Note: If applying for financial aid, the deadline for submitting the CSS PROFILE for Early Decision I is November 15, 2012. For Early Decision II and Regular Decision, the deadline is January 15, 2013.