Financial Aid

Bucknell is interested in enrolling students from all world regions and countries and from all types of socio-economic backgrounds. Some of our international students receive financial support from their families and sponsors. Others rely on funds from Bucknell for part of their tuition, room and board.

Need-based Aid

Bucknell offers significant resources to support international students who are a) admitted to Bucknell and b) demonstrate financial aid need through an application process.

Bucknell financial aid for international students is, however, limited. In each class we consider all applicants for financial assistance, but only a small number of highly qualified international applicants are ultimately chosen to receive financial assistance.

Please be aware that competition is higher for applicants with higher financial need. Bucknell is currently not "need-blind" for international students. A family's financial contribution toward a student's educational costs at Bucknell is therefore part of the admissions decisions, along with the other factors such as academic achievements, standardized test scores, inclinations for leadership and service, unique perspectives and character qualities, special talents and geographic backgrounds.

Merit Aid

A few merit scholarships are awarded each year as well, and all applicants are considered for such awards. There is no separate application process to receive an academic merit award.

Due to yearly increases in tuition and fees, we recommend that students increase the amount of family support by an estimated 3% for each year of study. In order to apply for aid, students must submit a certified original bank statement (including U.S. dollar amount),and complete the Bucknell University International Student Financial Aid Application. The CSS PROFILE is not required for international students.

Bucknell's deadlines for the International Student Financial Aid Application are: November 15 for Early Decision I, or January 15 for Regular Decision and Early Decision II.