Bucknell University
- Parking

RT
Currently attending or alumni?
Review this school!
Are you interested
in this school?
Saving your decision
Yes
Maybe
No

We will attempt to notify this
school of your interest.

This school has been saved to your schools list.

This school has been removed from your recommended schools list.

For your next recommendation, check out .

Bucknell University - Parking - Parking - College ProwlerCollege Prowler4.62

Parking

Quick Stats

Student Parking Lot? Yes
There are various parking lots around campus, and most parking lots are for both students and faculty.
Freshmen Allowed to Park? No
Approximate Parking Permit Cost
  • $35 per semester
  • $50 per year
Common Parking Tickets
  • Expired meter: $25
  • Fire lane: $50
  • Handicapped zone: $50
  • No parking zone: $25
  • Student parking in staff parking spot: $20
Best Places to Find a Spot
  • Seventh Street
  • Smith Parking Lot
Good Luck Getting a Spot Here
  • Hunt Hall
  • Library

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Freshmen are not allowed cars on campus, but it is not really necessary to have a car your first year because everything you need is on campus. After freshman year, when students bring their cars, finding a parking place does not seem to be a huge issue. Most students really only complain about the lack of parking near the academic buildings. However, the campus is so small that students can easily walk everywhere they need to go, so cars are more useful for getting off campus to the surrounding area, rather than around campus. Compared to many other universities, Bucknell has a relatively cheap parking permit price.

There are a few parking lots and a lot of areas to park along the street. Street parking can be a pain, though, because each street is cleaned on a different day each week, and if your car is not moved, you’ll be ticketed. It can also be annoying to park on the street during the winter, especially if you have a small car. When the plow comes down the street, your car can get completely snowed in, which results in you spending half the morning shoveling it out of the snow! Sometimes the parking signs can be confusing, which can result in you accidently parking in staff or visiting parking, where you will receive a ticket. On the lower end of campus are two large parking lots that are rarely full, but many students prefer parking on the street because of the close proximity to the dorms. As long as you carefully read the parking signs, parking is relatively stress-free at Bucknell.

 

See how you stack up against students who were accepted to this school . . .And calculate your chances!Register to get started

Bucknell Student ReviewsWhat's This?

Sort by:

Loading...

Parking at Bucknell University

bgates2

Psychology '13

2.3
C

It Exists

Sometimes, you have to park very far away from your intended destination, simply because there are no other spots available.

Jul 22, 2011

Comment actions: Rate
Report as inappropriate/inaccurate

Parking at Bucknell University

mgh012

English '11

4.2
A-

Don't Need to Drive

The campus is small enough that you don't need to drive if you're staying on campus--in fact, it's usually less convenient to do that. It can be difficult to find parking in the lot closest to your dorm, but you'll find a spot somewhere nearby.

Sep 28, 2010

Comment actions: Rate
Report as inappropriate/inaccurate

Parking at Bucknell University

rlv004

Biological Sciences '13

2.7
C+

Lack of Parking

Parking has been a problem over the years, but recently it has gotten better. There are not many extra spaces and Public safety checks cars for registered Bucknell stickers.

May 28, 2010

Comment actions: Rate
Report as inappropriate/inaccurate
User rating for Bucknell University - Parking is 3.5 out of 5 based on 22 user reviews.

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

Rate the campus parking on the following topics

How convenient is off-campus parking?

Facts

Getting a Parking Permit

Students fill out vehicle registration cards, proof of license, proof of insurance, proof of vehicle ownership, and submit the permit fee.

Did You Know? There are only 2,500 parking spots on campus for 2,256 registered staff cars and 1,656 registered student cars.

Parking ServicesWhat's This?

Department of Public Safety
(570) 577-3333
krebs@bucknell.edu

Become a Contributing Author Learn more »

Most Recent Student Author View all

Name
Jen Adams
Hometown
Washington, PA
Major
Economics/Political Science

College Prowler is seeking talented student authors to assist with writing and updating the College Prowler guides to their schools. This is a great opportunity for a student to gain experience and tremendous exposure, utilize new media techniques, and share advice with high school students about what life is really like at your college.

Buy the eBook "Bucknell University 2012: Off The Record"
Download a FREE Printable Summary (PDF)