At Bucknell, you can choose from a much larger selection of majors, minors and courses than other liberal arts colleges and universities. But you won't be limited to just one path.

You can major in English and go to medical school, major in anthropology and become a filmmaker, or major in engineering and become a manager. That's the beauty of a liberal arts mission that empowers personalized education.

It all starts here, with a few simple clicks. Select the categories that align most closely with your interests and the type of program you want to explore — and discover what's possible. You can also explore the full list of majors and minors on the bottom of this page.

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    Major & Minor

    Accounting & Financial Management

    The Freeman College of Management offers bachelor of science in business administration programs in accounting and finance.

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    Major & Minor

    Analytics & Operations Management

    Bucknell University's business analytics major prepares students to transform data into insights.

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    Arabic Studies
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    Arabic & Arab World Studies

    Bucknell University's Arabic studies students gain an edge in a variety of fields by learning to speak, listen, read and write in Arabic — a language in critical global demand.

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    Minor

    Arts Leadership

    The arts leadership minor is designed to impart a practical and theoretical foundation in arts organizations and related professions for students who wish (a) to broadly understand and engage the arts and cultural industry, and (b) to pursue professional careers in the arts.

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    Biomedical Engineering

    In Bucknell University's biomedical engineering program, students get into the lab and start designing from their first semester on campus.

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    Major

    Chemical Engineering

    Students in Bucknell University's chemical engineering program nearly all get jobs or enroll in graduate school within six months of graduating.

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    Civil Engineering
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    Civil & Environmental Engineering

    Bucknell's nationally ranked civil & environmental engineering degree programs offer small classes, hands-on labs and independent research opportunities.

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    Classics & Ancient Mediterranean Studies

    In classics & ancient Mediterranean studies at Bucknell, faculty help students build the analytical skills and perspectives to succeed in law, finance, publishing or whatever career they choose.

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    Computer Science & Engineering

    Bucknell University computer science majors learn to write code and create new technology.

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    East Asian Studies

    Bucknell East Asian studies majors delve deeply into Asia and the Pacific Rim, a thriving region that brims with rich culture, centuries of history and nations that are key global players in the 21st century.

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    Economics

    Economics students at Bucknell get immersed in real-world issues, learning from leading experts in international development, macroeconomics and applied microeconomics.

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    Electrical & Computer Engineering

    Students in Bucknell's nationally ranked electrical engineering and computer engineering programs develop skills and experiences in high demand among employers.

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    English — Creative Writing

    Students in Bucknell's creative writing program practice craft and technique, develop their style, and examine diverse voices in contemporary literature.

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    English — Film/Media Studies

    Film/media studies majors at Bucknell strengthen the analytical, artistic and communication skills essential for success in the film/media industry and many other careers.

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    English — Literary Studies

    In Bucknell's literary studies major, students analyze global works of literature, developing empathy and a deeper understanding of diverse backgrounds and viewpoints.

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