Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Bridgeport, Connecticut |
| Online | bridgeport.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of Bridgeport occupies a 50-acre campus along Long Island Sound in Bridgeport, Connecticut, approximately 60 miles northeast of New York City. Established in 1927 as the Junior College of Connecticut, the institution evolved into a four-year university in 1947 and maintains a distinctive collection of historic buildings that blend Victorian and Gothic architectural styles. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs across six colleges, with particular strengths in engineering, design, health sciences, and business administration. Students can choose from traditional residence halls or apartment-style living options on the seaside campus, which serves a diverse international student population. The university operates as a private institution with NCAA Division II athletic programs.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
University of Bridgeport is rated within the lower 28% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Bridgeport within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#967 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#569 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#15 in Best Colleges in Connecticut
#10 in Best Private Colleges in Connecticut
#34 in Best Value Colleges in Connecticut
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 935/1160 |
| GPA | 3.04 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $2,900 |
| Room and Board | $16,350 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,372 |
| Total One Year Cost | $60,982 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 22% |
| Business | 21% |
| Health Professions | 16% |
| Psychology | 13% |
| Human Services | 9% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024