Bucknell University essay prompts

    2025-26verified Bucknell University admissions

    These are the most recent published prompts. Final 2026-27 supplements typically land by early August. These are the most recent prompts Kolly has verified for this school. Schools typically publish final 2026-27 supplements by early August; check the official source below before submitting.

    Why This Major

    Please explain your interest in your first-choice major/undecided status and your second-choice major, should you opt to list one.

    250 words max · Required

    About the application

    Applies via the Common App.

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    What are the Bucknell University essay prompts for 2025-26?
    Bucknell University lists Why This Major (1 prompt) for 2025-26.
    How many essays does Bucknell University require?
    Bucknell University requires 1 essay based on the published group instructions for 2025-26. The page lists 1 required and 0 optional prompts.
    What are the word limits for the Bucknell University supplemental essays?
    The published word and character limits are 250 words max.