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Bucknell University's Value

What is the Value of an Education from Bucknell University?

Check out Bucknell University's educational value before you overpay!

On this Page You'll Find:

  • State Ranking of Bucknell University
  • Price vs. Value Comparison
  • Estimated Degree Cost
  • Breakdown of Financial Aid
  • Value Calculation Methodology

Within Pennsylvania, Bucknell University is Ranked Very High for Quality at a Comparatively Average Price.

Bucknell University's overall typical net price combined with very high quality education results in an average value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Pennsylvania.

Nationally, Bucknell is a Fair Deal

Bucknell University provides the kind of quality education we anticipated when compared to other colleges at the same price point. This results in an average value for the educational dollar.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Bucknell University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

UnderpricedBest
  • $153,116 - DePauw University
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    AverageFair
    • $202,539 - Wellesley College
    • $206,248 - Union College New York
    • $212,111 - University of Virginia - Main Campus
    • $211,454 - Colby College
    • $211,796 - Carleton College
    • $218,599 - Lehigh University
    • $221,282 - Bates College
    • $227,190 - University of Southern California
    • $237,855 - Bucknell University
    • $240,156 - Boston University
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        Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $237,855 for That Piece of Paper

        On average, a bachelor's degree at Bucknell University will cost you about $237,855. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $58,738 per year and an average of 4.0 years to graduate.

         Amount
        Average Yearly Cost$58,738
        Average Years to Graduate4.0
        Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree$237,855

        Many Factors Affect Net Price.

        How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

        Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

        The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Bucknell University. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

        Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Total Degree CostAffordability RankValue Grade
        Students Receiving no Aid$305,3251,499C
        All Students (With and Without Aid)$237,8551,535C-
        Only Students Receiving Aid$180,3811,484C+
        In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Total Degree CostAffordability RankValue Grade
        Students Receiving no Aid$305,325111C+
        All Students (With and Without Aid)$237,855114C
        Only Students Receiving Aid$180,381113C+

        Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Pennsylvania.

        What is Value?

        We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

        Read the full methodology article for more.

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