Does Bucknell University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Bucknell University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Bucknell University. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Bucknell University?

85% of Bucknell University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Bucknell University 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.4 for culture and values and 3.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Bucknell University?

Research Assistant (21) , Teaching Assistant (12) , Visiting Assistant Professor (9) , Student Worker (7) , Assistant Professor (6) , Intern (6) , Lifeguard (6) , Student Caller (4) , Professor (3) , Student Researcher (3) , Undergraduate Research Assistant (3) , Admissions Counselor (2) , Assistant (2) , Assistant Coach (2) , Barista (2)

What are the pros of working at Bucknell University according to real employee reviews?

"Good Work Hours and benefits" ((in 14 reviews)); "Campus is beautiful" ((in 12 reviews)); "Good people and supportive environment" ((in 12 reviews)); "very easy and flexible hours" ((in 11 reviews)); "Good coworkers" ((in 8 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Bucknell University according to real employee reviews?

"Demanding schedule and low pay" ((in 28 reviews)); "lack of diversity racially, ethnically & socioeconomically" ((in 5 reviews)); "the management is great, there is a reward system within the calling room that motivates you to perform well and build confidence, and its the highest paying job on campus." ((in 4 reviews)); "Fills up your free time with work so students will need good time management." ((in 3 reviews)); "Also tuition is extremely high" ((in 3 reviews))

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Bucknell University Reviews

4.5

85% would recommend to a friend

(283 total reviews)

John C. Bravman

89% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.4

Culture and values

4.1

Diversity and inclusion

4.1

Work/Life balance

4.0

Senior management

3.9

Career opportunities

3.8

Compensation and benefits

Bucknell University has an employee rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 283 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Bucknell University employee rating is 20% above average for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

283 reviews

5.0

25 Jun 2026

Good pace but lacks structure at times

Research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Worked on my own pace.

Cons

A little unstructured at times

5.0

19 May 2026

Flexible work for students, but low pay rates

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Flexible work environment for students

Cons

Lower pay rates due to PA minimum wage

5.0

16 Apr 2026

Supportive environment but concerns about job security

Executive assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Most people seem happy to work here and are very supportive of each other and welcoming to new employees.

Cons

Job insecurity with all the negative attention on higher ed and the dwindling enrollment seen across the country.

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Good pace but lacks structure at times

Flexible work for students, but low pay rates

Supportive environment but concerns about job security

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