Bucknell University

Bucknell University is a highly competitive university located along the Susquehanna River in the rolling countryside of Central Pennsylvania in the town of Lewisburg. A "Little Ivy," often compared to Colgate, Williams, and Dartmouth, it is known for having one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation and a reputation for its rigorous academic programs (especially strong in engineering and the life sciences). Student athletes compete in 27 NCAA sports.

Student life

First-year undergraduates are required to live on campus. The school guarantees on-campus housing for all four years, but many students choose to live off campus after their first year. All on-campus students must purchase a campus meal plan.

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Because of its rural location and lack of nearby large cities, Bucknell may seem fairly isolated. However, more than 130 student organizations, a historical downtown movie theater, and year-end formal ball provide students with a wide array of activities.

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The also has a lively Greek community. Students cannot rush until their sophomore year, but approximately 60 percent of eligible students join the school's 11 fraternities and 9 sororities. http://www.usnews.com/usnews/edu/college/directory/brief/drextras_3238_brief.php.

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Bucknell University's student newspaper is The Bucknellian, which is printed weekly. Its radio station is 90.5 WVBU.

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