Bucknell University, US: Admissions: Entry Requirements, Acceptance Rate, Fees, Deadlines, Application Process

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With an acceptance rate of mere 34%, Bucknell University has a very competitive admission policy. In the recent Fall admissions, the university saw a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,695 students. Bucknell University has also been ranked #38 in National Liberal Arts Colleges in the Best Colleges edition.

Bucknell University is organised into three colleges: Arts and Sciences, Engineering, and Management. More than 100 degree programs are offered at Bucknell University for international students to choose from. Students can follow the Early and Regular decision deadlines to start their application process at the university. Exams to study in the US, excellent academic scores are some prerequisites for the admission process. Bucknell University has currently waived off the 50 USD application fee for applicants.

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Bucknell University Admission Deadlines

Undergraduate admissions applications can be submitted before the early decision deadline or after the normal decision deadline. The following table lists the deadlines:

Rounds	Date
Early Decision I	November 15
Early Decision II	January 15
Regular Decision	April 1

Bucknell University International Admissions

More than 250 international students attend Bucknell University. These students come from more than 50 nations throughout the world. Students can apply through the common application or Bucknell’s University online application.

Application Portal: Common Application or Coalition Application or Bucknell University Online Application
Application Fee: 40 USD
Admission Requirements:

Transcripts of high school
Essay
Form for an Early Decision Agreement (for early decision applicants)
Photocopy of a biography photo page
Financial Statement
SAT/ACT scores
Proof of English language proficiency

English Language Proficiency Requirements

If English is not an applicant's first language, he or she is required to submit test results demonstrating competency in the language. In addition, the student must have scored higher than the university's minimum predicted score.

The following is a list of tests that Bucknell University accepts, along with the minimum score required:

Tests	Scores Required
TOEFL IBT	100
TOEFL PBT	600
IELTS	7.0 (overall)
PTE	68
Duolingo	120

US International Student Visa Requirements

To support the admission as a student or scholar at Bucknell, International Student Services at the university provides F-1 or J-1 forms to students for visa to study in the US. All matters relating to students, as well as the majority of scholar immigration papers, are handled by International Student Services. The following steps must be followed to get hold of a US visa, after receiving the acceptance letter:

Payment of a 500 USD enrollment deposit

Passport updating after receiving the I-20 (if required)
Payment of the 350 USD SEVIS I-901 fee
Making arrangements for the visa interview

Bucknell University Undergraduate Admissions

Around 3,600 undergraduate students study at Bucknell University. Applicants can apply to any one of the 3 colleges – College of Arts and Sciences, College of Engineering and Freeman College of Management. Applications for all the three colleges are the same. The application form can be initiated in two ways: through the common and coalition applications.

Application Portal: Common Application or Coalition Application
Application Fee: 40 USD
Admission Requirements:

Transcripts
Average GPA of 3.58
SAT/ACT scores (optional)
Essay
Form for an Early Decision Agreement (for early decision applicants)

Bucknell University Graduate Admissions

Graduate degrees at Bucknell University are available in a variety of subjects, including biology, animal behaviour, chemical engineering, education, mathematics, English, and electrical engineering, among others. The graduate admission process is quite similar to that of undergraduate admission process, only some additional requirements are needed.

Application Portal: Online Graduate Application
Application Fee: 50 USD
Admission Requirements:

Transcripts
Average GPA of 3.58
SAT/ACT scores (optional)
Essay
Form for an Early Decision Agreement (for early decision applicants)
Interview
GRE/GMAT scores
Sample writing

Some top graduate programs offered at Bucknell University include:

Requirement	Master of Science in Animal Behavior	Master of Science in Chemical Engineering	Master of Science in Biology	Master of Arts in English	Master of Science in Mathematics
GPA Required	A minimum GPA of 3.0	Minimum GPA of 3.4	GPA of 3.0	GPA of 3.0 .	GPA of 3.3
Academic Requirements	Core biology and statistics courses	A master's degree in chemical engineering Graduate thesis	Eight or more undergraduate biology courses	Major in English	Real analysis and probability or abstract algebra proficiency
GRE Scores	Required	Required	Required	Required	Not Essential
Sample Writing	Not Required	Not Required	Not Required	Required	Not Required
Recommendation Letter	Not Required	Required	Not Required	Not Required	Not Required
Interview	Not Required	Not Required	Not Required	Essentially Required	Not Required
Essay	Not Required	Not Required	Not Required	Essentially Required	Not Required

49% of classes at Bucknell University have fewer than 20 students, making academics high reachable and enriching. The average freshman retention rate is 92 percent, which is a good sign of student satisfaction. All the students must pay a non-refundable fee of 500USD as enrollment deposit upon admission. Official test scores must be sent directly from the testing agency to the university. It must be noted that it takes 2-4 weeks for the scores to reach the university. Study abroad students should start a visa application as early as possible to avoid further delays.

FAQs

Ques. What are the average standardized test scores for students at Bucknell University?

The average range for standardized test scores for the upcoming class of 2024 was:

SAT R Evidence-based Reading and Writing: 620-700
SAT R Math: 630-700
ACT: 29-32

Now Bucknell University has become test optional which means applicants can decide if they want to include SAT Score or ACT Score while they are applying for their desired course.

Ques. Is it possible for the students studying at Bucknell University to study abroad for the spring session?

All study abroad programmes for Spring have been discontinued. Students who are unable to participate in the Spring study abroad opportunities will have the option of having their application forwarded to a future study abroad term through the Office of Global & Off-Campus Education.

Ques. Are the Advanced placement scores credit given to students at Bucknell University?

Yes, students who achieve a 3, 4, or 5 on their Advanced Placement Program exam at Bucknell University may be eligible for Bucknell credit.

Ques. Is it possible to postpone enrollment at Bucknell University after being accepted?

Yes, students can postpone enrollment for one to two years after being accepted to Bucknell University. However, students will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit in order to maintain their spot reserved.