| i absolutely agree with the aformentioned comment by erikatbucknell. There are a plethora of ways to combat marginal grades and test scores. Having excellent (and standout) essays and recommendations can help a lot. I love whenever a question arises on why one student with a 1200 got into a select college over a classmate with a 1300. Test scores are meaningful, but defintely not the most determinary factors in the admissions process. Another great point was mentioned by having something in your application that "pops up." Honestly, by genuienly expressing interest and eagerness to go to Bucknell will do a lot more than many think. It is very easy for admissions counselors to seperate those who really want to go to Bucknell vs. those who just really dont care. My advice is finding an edge, something that exposes your uber-uniqueness vs. the other applicants. On the flip side, much of Bucknell's applicant base is held within the Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New York basis. So Coming from Massachusetts certainly won't hurt you. Good luck mate, cheers. |