You must apply to one of our three colleges: The College of Arts & Sciences, the College of Engineering or the Freeman College of Management. All three colleges require the same application.

Deadlines

Early Decision I: Nov. 15

Early Decision II & Regular Decision: Jan. 15

Application Fee

Bucknell's application fee is $50. This nonrefundable fee is paid electronically through the Common Application website.

When you submit your application to Bucknell we encourage each applicant to express their unique personality and diverse array of life experiences through the included essays. We don't require SAT or ACT scores, though you're welcome to submit them if you choose.

Application Deadlines

 

Semester enrolling	Application deadline	Decisions available
Fall	March 15	May 1
Spring	Nov. 1	Dec. 15

Pay the nonrefundable $50 application fee electronically when you apply — or request a fee waiver through the application website. 

Note: If you have previously applied to Bucknell or if the fee presents a hardship, this fee may be waived. Submit your request to transfer@bucknell.edu.

For further transfer application requirements, please check the webpage.