by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Bucknell degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Bucknell measures up.
Bucknell is ranked #3,099 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C-. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #163 of 168 for value.
Among the majors Bucknell offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Animal Behavior & Ethology | #7 of 7 |
| Zoology | #52 of 52 |
| Biology | #52 of 52 |
| Accounting / Finance | #52 of 54 |
| Accounting and Finance | #52 of 54 |
| General Environmental Engineering | #66 of 68 |
| Environmental Engineering | #66 of 68 |
| Environment / Natural Resources | #66 of 68 |
| Creative Writing | #98 of 106 |
| International Relations | #108 of 115 |
Read the full Bucknell value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Bucknell University is ranked #9 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #163 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Bucknell financial aid page to be sure.
Bucknell University is ranked #3,099 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Bucknell University is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Bucknell costs about $57,954. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $231,818 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $83,737 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $40,766 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $57,954 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $231,818 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Bucknell net price and the factors that affect it.
What Bucknell costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Bucknell degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $334,948 | — | — |
| All Students | $231,818 | #3,099 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $163,064 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $334,948 | — | — |
| All Students | $231,818 | #163 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $163,064 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Bucknell shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $21,406 |
| $30K–$48K | $19,554 |
| $48K–$75K | $20,932 |
| $75K–$110K | $36,128 |
| Over $110K | $55,354 |
About 60% of Bucknell undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $43,902 per year. Get more details on the Bucknell financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Bucknell cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.