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Bucknell University

Bucknell University ranks #1,052 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 78.53 out of 100. It ranks #260 nationally.

| Global Rank 1052 | Overall Score 78.53 |
Recognized, Verified

Top Country #260

Top North America #304

Top World #1,052

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

About Bucknell University

The university offers a variety of programs that emphasize critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration. The picturesque campus provides a supportive environment for students to thrive academically and socially. As an Elite University recognized by UNIRANKS, Bucknell fosters a culture of inclusivity and engagement among its diverse student body. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Bucknell University Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 1 August 2026 | Updated 1 August 2026

Overall Score
78.53
Global Rank
#1,052
Regional Rank
#304
Country Rank
#260

Bucknell University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Bucknell University’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

82.4 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

80.5 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

84.6 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

77.5 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

80.2 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

79.7 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

81.3 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

74.5 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

72.1 / 100

Institutional Awards

70 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

69.8 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

71.3 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

77.8 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

75.9 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

76.4 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

73.6 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

74.2 / 100

Quality of Employment

75 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

68.4 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

69.5 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

67.9 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

66.8 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

71.5 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

68.8 / 100

International Student Support

70.9 / 100

International Students & Faculty

70.2 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

69.3 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

69.7 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

72.4 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

70.4 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

71 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

74.1 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

73 / 100

Research Output & Scale

73.5 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

72.8 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

80 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

80.1 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

78.3 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

80.5 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

81.7 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

83.2 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

78.7 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

78.9 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

77.5 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

79 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

79.6 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

82 / 100

Student Support Services

81.3 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

71.2 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

70.8 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

74.2 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

73.3 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

74 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

74.8 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

72.6 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

75.1 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

75.5 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

73.5 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

76 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

73.5 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

72.9 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

74.7 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

75.8 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

76 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

73.8 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

74.9 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

79.2 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

78 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

76.9 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

77.8 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

78.4 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

82.4 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

80.5 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

78.7 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

81.1 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

79.6 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

79.2 / 100

Bucknell University Historical Rankings

Explore Bucknell University's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for Bucknell University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1980NA#1077
1981NA#1086
1982NA#1096
1983NA#1101
1984NA#1112
1985NA#1114
1986NA#1059
1987NA#1059
1988NA#1071
1989NA#1059
1990NA#1069
1991NA#1059
1992NA#1059
1993NA#1137
1994NA#1059
1995NA#1059
1996NA#1059
1997NA#1070
1998NA#1059
1999NA#1059
2000NA#1106
2001NA#1118
2002NA#1106
2003NA#1100
2004NA#1090
2005NA#1104
2006NA#1098
2007NA#1072
2008NA#1076
2009NA#1070
2010NA#1054
2011NA#1058
2012NA#1070
2013NA#1058
2014NA#1046
2015NA#1034
2016NA#926
2017NA#937
2018NA#937
2019NA#1818
2020NA#1814
2021NA#2066
2022NA#1166
202378#946
202477.5#946
202576.18#1027
202676.18#1027
202778.53#1052

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

UNIRANKS maintains one of the world's largest historical university ranking archives, with institutional records dating back to 1980. Historical rankings, scores, and institutional data are continuously being verified, digitized, and expanded as new archival sources become available.

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