Prospective Students
Resources and Information for
You've never been interested in just one thing.
Maybe you're a musician who builds your own electronic instruments from scratch, a lover of numbers and foreign languages, or an aspiring entrepreneur with an idea that will advance equity in neighborhoods across the nation.
At Bucknell, you can translate your varied interests into educational experiences that will not only yield amazing discoveries but put you on the path toward a successful future.
See What's Possible
How to Apply
You'll apply to Bucknell using either the Coalition Application (powered by Scoir) or the Common Application — it's your choice.
The first deadline for admission into the Class of 2030 (Early Decision I) is Nov. 1, 2025. Early Decision II and Regular Decision applications are due by Jan. 10, 2026.
We'll review each application personally, looking far deeper than test scores and GPA to find students who are engaged in the world around them and passionately in pursuit of their own distinct purpose.
Bucknell at a Glance
Faculty:
360+
Average class size:
20
Worldwide Alumni:
56,000
Academic Majors:
66
Student-faculty ratio:
9:1
Classes taught by faculty:
100%
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Explore Bucknell’s Campus
Our interactive campus map has all the information you need to find your way around campus and explore Bucknell, including:
• Photos and overviews of more than 100 campus locations
• 360 panoramas of iconic spaces
• Immersive virtual tours
• Turn-by-turn walking directions
• Parking and construction information