First-year Details
There's so much to do before August! Visit bucknell.edu/EnrolledStudents for first-year details, including your To-Do List.
I've Been Admitted!
If you've received your offer of admission to Bucknell's Class of 2021, congratulations!
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Are you coming to Bucknell from far away?
If you're coming to Bucknell from a distance, we want to help make your transition as smooth as possible. Find answers to your questions and links to campus resources.
From a Distance FAQDates
Stay on top of it. Know the key dates for deposits, course registration and start of classes.
Key Dates for Admitted Students
Join us for a Bison Gathering! It's a great way for incoming first-year students and their families to meet current Bucknell students, parents and alumni.
Join us for a Bison Gathering! It's a great way for incoming first-year students and their families to meet current Bucknell students, parents and alumni.
Bison GatheringsNew Student Orientation
Centered on scholarship, community, and the rich traditions you will find at Bucknell, New Student Orientation guarantees that from day one, you'll make friends and become part of the campus community.
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Can't Wait to Get Here?
Attend a pre-orientation program. They are designed to help acclimate students and introduce them to fellow classmates, upperclass students and University administrators before orientation even begins.
Pre-Orientation ProgramsClass of 2021 Facebook Group
A place for members of the class to get to know each other, ask questions and be a part of the campus community.
Get Your Class of 2021 eCards!
Get Your Class of 2021 eCards!
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Everything you need to make your celebration say,"'ray Bucknell!"
First-year Common Reading
First-year Common Reading for the Class of 2021 is Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson.
First-year Common Reading
I am so happy that Bucknell Housing brought together @maddy_simon3 and I. We have been my roommates since freshmen year. It's truly a #BucknellLoveStory!! What a fun way to spend a sunny Saturday 🌞
Get to Know Us
Student Stories
Ask students what makes Bucknell special and they'll say their professors, classes, and friends. Ask them about themselves. They, too, make Bucknell special. And they all have amazing stories to tell.
First-Generation Stories
Many of Bucknell's faculty, staff and students, and even our president, John Bravman, became the first in their family to pursue a four-year college degree. Here they share their stories and encourage those who are considering their college options.
Check out our First-Generation videos
See our beautiful campus from anywhere.
Virtual Tour
Be inspired to plan your first visit or remember how it feels to be on Bucknell's campus. From the beauty of Bucknell's Malesardi quad to the gorgeous architecture in the Rooke Science Building (be sure to look up!) to the Weis Center for the Performing Arts and our well-used athletics fields, this 360 degree tour is a great way to see yourself at Bucknell.
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Faculty Stories
Bucknell professors are teacher-scholars who share their passion for knowledge with students. They are mentors and collaborators on the road of intellectual discovery.
Faculty StoriesAlumni Stories
More than 50,000 strong, Bucknell alumni span the globe and are all linked by a common bond: memories of the Orange and Blue.
Alumni Stories