Here's what Bucknell actually looks for, pulled from the real admitted-student numbers — not a wish list. Use these as the bar to clear, then see where your own profile lands.
You'll want to be at or above the 3.5–3.85 band. A few B's are survivable if the rest of the application is strong.
Most admitted students score in the 1170–1360 SAT / 25–32 ACT range. Many selective schools are test-optional right now — check Bucknell's current policy, but a score inside this band only helps.
Hitting these numbers gets you into the pile. It doesn't get you in. Bucknell accepts 28.9% of applicants, which means most students with the "right" GPA and scores still get turned down. Course rigor, essays, recommendations, and a clear spike are what separate admits from the rest of the qualified pool.
Want your real number instead of a range? Run your full profile and Candor estimates your odds at Bucknell, calibrated to actual outcomes.
Ranges are CDS-based estimates from recent cycles. Always confirm current requirements and test policy on Bucknell's official admissions site before you apply.