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 people and supportive environment" ((in 14 reviews)); "Good Work Hours and benefits" ((in 11 reviews)); "very easy and flexible hours" ((in 11 reviews)); "Campus is beautiful" ((in 10 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)); "Hard to access and hard to increase diversity" ((in 4 reviews)); "low pay was given and that was hard" ((in 4 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))

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

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (283 reviews)

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

3.0

31 Dec 2025

Used to be better to work here.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Tuition benefits and ample vacation days. The students make it very meaningful work. Good workplace culture between most employees.

Cons

Employees pay high premium on medical insurance. Administrators and HR are condescending to employees, not being transparent. They have big salaries, while most of us haven't had a raise that even matches inflation in years. When I started at Bucknell it wasn't like this. It's changed over the years.

4.0

12 Nov 2025

Great employer, still underpaid

Academic assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Great coworkers, lots of fun and interesting events, educational opportunities, feel motivated to do good work

Cons

Not a living wage, dwindling healthcare benefits

5.0

27 Sept 2025

Very good

Assistant manger

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Good pay Good environment Good coworkers

Cons

Rural location in central Pennsylvania Sometimes many hours

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