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Bucknell University
79.00
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Academic
39/40
Culture
25/30
Environment
6/20
Special
9/10
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Bucknell University
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| Overall Score |
79.00
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39/40
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25/30
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6/20
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9/10
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Top Strengths Comparison
Bucknell University
- 1 Outstanding academic support: 9:1 student-faculty ratio, average class size of 20, highly accessible professors perfectly match need for teacher support
- 2 Exceptional career outcomes: 95% placement rate, 96% internship participation with dedicated funding, strong alumni network in major East Coast cities
- 3 Strong programs across all academic interests: AACSB business with marketing, psychology with research, 85%+ law school acceptance, 3+3 DPT partnership
- 4 Excellent school spirit and non-commuter culture: 90% residential campus, Division I athletics, strong traditions ensure vibrant community
- 5 Dance team walk-on opportunities available with competitive team performing at games and competing nationally
Things to Consider
Bucknell University
- 1 CRITICAL MISMATCH: Rural small-town location (population 5,600) is opposite of urban/near-city preference; closest cities 1+ hour away, major cities 3+ hours
- 2 Limited sunshine (176 days/year, below national average) with cold, gray Pennsylvania winters contradicts 'loves sunshine' preference
- 3 Greek life dominates social scene at 40-45% participation, which may feel exclusive despite non-Greek options
- 4 Isolated location creates transportation challenges; car helpful for leaving campus, limited public transit
- 5 Relatively homogeneous student body with lower economic diversity (12-14% Pell Grant recipients) compared to urban schools