<p>I’ve heard as a stereotype that most Bucknell students are elitists and and snobby, is there any truth to this? As a southern california girl from a middle-income family, this worries me. Any help is great! thank you</p>
<p>Of course any ellite, school, especially if private, will have some students that will come from backgrounds that are privileged. Some of these students may come across as snobby. Probably if you get to know them, they are not.</p>
<p>But a lot more students have no pretensions at all. My D2 is the least elitist, snobby person I know, as were her friends. One of her freshman roommates was from Southern California and was a very down to earth person.</p>
<p>As a current Bucknell student I always hear this stereotype. I come from a middle class and family and although you do find a lot of privileged people here, I’ve never felt cast off because I didn’t have as much money. No one really asks about it. People are really friendly, sometimes cliquey, but you will definitely find your niche. Although Bucknell does have a lot of wealthy students, they are not elitist.</p>
<p>How do you feel about Greek life? It is HUGE at Bucknell, defines the social scene. Not a problem for many… but for others … Best of luck!</p>
<p>Hello!</p>
<p>As the previous users have said, yes there are some very privileged students who attend Bucknell. But, with that being said, Bucknell is just as open and friend as any other school. Our small size provides a very strong sense of community and oneness that I think many larger schools lack. I am also from the south and I found no problem fitting in a largely east coast population. Some may say Bucknellians can be elitist but I’ve only found that to be a misinterpretation. We are proud of our school, its high educational standards and it’s reputation. We don’t look down on anyone else or think more of ourselves but there is very strong sense of school pride and spirit that I think is a plus for prospective student. </p>
<p>Lastly, a small note on Greek life here. Yes it is very big, but I would say it is not defining. Many students are not members of the Greek community and they love the endless opportunities the school provides every day. One can not go Greek and still have a busy and rewarding social life here. Also, Bucknell’s Greek presence is very unique and not at all like many southern schools as I have witnessed through friends and siblings who do attend large, southern public institutions. Plus, since students cannot rush until fall of sophomore year, everyone has a chance to make friends and adjust to college life without that pressure as well as a chance to view an entire year of Greek activities outside of any organization. </p>
<p>Hope this helps and 'Ray Bucknell!</p>