The university may require parental information from students, even though federal or state programs may consider them independent. A committee review of the application will be made, and a decision will be announced in early April. If the benefit is granted, it will be in the amount of at least 70 percent of the Bucknell tuition base. The student must be recertified to receive benefits of the program for each year of attendance. Since tuition exchange is not financial assistance based on demonstrated eligibility, Bucknell's Office of Financial Aid does not administer the program.
Some graduate assistance is available.
The only financial aid available for graduate students through the Office of Financial Aid is the Federal Stafford Loan program. Non-Custodial Parent's Statement . Both natural parents will be expected to contribute to their child's education to the extent that they are able. No, all Bucknell University scholarships are awarded on eligibility for need-based financial aid. None are given solely on the basis of academic excellence, athletic promise, or other special attributes.