Does Bucknell Superscore?
Bucknell University's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
YesYes. Bucknell superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
ACT superscore
YesYes. Bucknell superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Bucknell combines the best SAT reading and writing and math sections across tests. Its ACT superscore averages the applicant's best subject scores from multiple attempts, so the score considered can stay the same or increase but will not decrease.
Source: Bucknell University Admissions (checked August 2, 2026)
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Common questions
Does Bucknell superscore the SAT?
Yes. Bucknell superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
Does Bucknell superscore the ACT?
Yes. Bucknell superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Does Bucknell require the SAT or ACT?
Bucknell is test-optional for most first-year applicants, but home-schooled applicants must submit SAT or ACT scores along with their additional writing samples. Bucknell combines the best SAT reading and writing and math sections across tests. Its ACT superscore averages the applicant's best subject scores from multiple attempts, so the score considered can stay the same or increase but will not decrease.
Verified against published 2026–27 policies. Testing policies change. Always confirm with Bucknell before you apply.
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