Bucknell University

Lewisburg, PennsylvaniaBucknell University admissions website ↗

Applies via: Common App · Coalition (Scoir)

Homeschool test policyTest-OptionalTest-optional pilot extended through the 2026–27 cycle; enrolled students who ever tested must submit an official score (due July 1, 2027).

Next deadlineNov 1, 2026

Application deadlines

November 1, 2026

Early Decision I

January 10, 2027

Early Decision II

January 10, 2027

Regular Decision

Quick facts

Acceptance rate—

TranscriptRequired (official from each high school + Secondary School Report)

ACT / SATTest-Optional

Letters of rec1 (+2 Optional)

School profileRequired (Secondary School Report + counselor evaluation)

Institution typeprivate

Application fee$50

Applicant guide

Bucknell values the perspective of home-schooled students. At Bucknell, your professors become mentors as they challenge you to be an innovative, creative and active learner. We encourage home-schooled students to enroll in a college summer program during the summer before their senior year of high school, or enroll in a college course while in high school during their junior year or first semester of their senior year.

The application requirements for homeschool applicants are the same as those for non-homeschool applicants.

Last updated 7/17/2026