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Plan a Visit

When you visit campus for a preview session and guided tour, chat with our student ambassadors, or experience an interactive virtual tour of campus, you'll have a front-row seat as you explore this place we call home.

This combination of in-person and virtual visit offerings means you can learn more about Bucknell in the way that fits you and your family best.

Find the visit experience that's right for you below. We hope to see you soon — either on campus or online.

In-person Visit Options

Your on-campus visit might include one or more of the following:

Admissions Information

Kick off your visit with a short and sweet overview of what Bucknell has to offer.

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Campus Tours

Join our student ambassadors to explore some of our favorite spots on campus.

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Discover Academics

Engineering Facilities Tour

Take a closer look at the facilities you'll use as a student.

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Discover Academics

Arts & Sciences

An opportunity to hear from faculty and learn more about the academic experience in the College of Arts & Sciences.

Available select dates:

• Sept. 11
• Sept. 14 
• Sept. 21 
• Sept. 22 
• Nov. 5 
• Nov. 6

Discover Academics

Freeman College of Management

A Q&A session with Freeman College of Management Peer Mentors. 

Available select dates:

• Sept. 11
• Sept. 14 
• Sept. 21 
• Sept. 22 
• Nov. 5 
• Nov. 6

Financing Your Bucknell Experience

Learn more about applying for need-based financial aid and merit scholarships.

Available select dates: 

• Sept. 11
• Sept. 14 
• Sept. 21 
• Sept. 22 
• Nov. 5 
• Nov. 6

Open Houses

Spend a day discovering all that makes Bucknell unique. Tour our state-of-the-art facilities, gain an inside view of academic programs, meet our students and learn how to navigate the application process.

Our Open Houses are designed for prospective students interested in any of our three colleges: Arts & Sciences, Engineering and the Freeman College of Management.

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Application Fee Waivers for Visitors

Students who participate in certain in-person visit options are eligible for an application fee waiver.

Self-guided Walking or Driving Tour

The tools to explore Bucknell on your schedule.

Group Visits

Groups of 15 or more high school students can request a visit by emailing admissions@bucknell.edu.

School Counselors

School Counselors, College Counselors and Independent Counselors supporting high school students in the college application process are welcome to attend any of our visit options.

Schedule your visit to Bucknell

Virtual Options

Visit our Virtual Welcome Center to find our digital admissions materials, virtual tour, tour and map, informative videos, photo galleries and more.

Visit the Virtual Welcome Center

Bucknell University is committed to the health, wellness and safety of its community. Please note that, as of Aug. 1, 2024, the University is a tobacco-free campus. Illegal drugs, fireworks, explosives, firearms, swords and knives are also prohibited. Bucknell supports the use of assistance animals in compliance with our Animals on Campus policy, as well as state and federal laws and regulations. Only service animals are permitted to accompany campus visitors into campus buildings, in accordance with the policy.

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Location

1 Dent Drive

Contact

Hours

Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: Varies
Sunday: Closed