Bucknell University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 32%
Average High School GPA: 3.6
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1305-1450
ACT Range: 31-33
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 3,846
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $67,812
Out-of-State Tuition: $67,812
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Lewisburg, Pennsylvania
Setting: Rural
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 30°F (-1°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 72°F (22°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 45 inches (1,143 mm)
Nearest Airport: Williamsport Regional Airport (IPT) — Approximately 32 miles (35-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram:@bucknellu
Swim Team Instagram: @bucknell_swimdive
Twitter:@BucknellU
Facebook:Bucknell University
LinkedIn:Bucknell University
YouTube:BucknellU
TikTok: @bucknellu
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Kinney Natatorium
Head Coach: Dann Schinnerer
Men’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Women’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #4 in Patriot League
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #3 in Patriot League
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U.S. News College Rankings
#31 in National Liberal Arts Colleges (tie)
#5 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs
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#5 in Electrical / Electronic / Communications (tie)
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#42 in Undergraduate Research/Creative Projects (tie)
#17 in First-Year Experiences (tie)
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Forbes Top Colleges
#214
America's Best Midsize Employers 2025
#93
#58
In Private Colleges
#22
In Liberal Arts Universities
#44
In The Northeast
#187
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A
Academics: A+
Diversity: B+
Athletics: B+
Professors: A
Dorms: B
Student Life: A-
Value: B
Campus: B+
Party Scene: A
Location: B-
Campus Food: C+
Safety: B
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #102 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #313 of 1,332
Get Recruited!
Complete the university swimming and diving
recruiting questionnaire and email the coach.