University of Bridgeport Admission Requirements

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at University of Bridgeport is 64.3%.  Its admission rate is the 11th lowest in Connecticut.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into University of Bridgeport and can you get accepted?

University of Bridgeport is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 3,596 out of the 5,592 who applied were admitted.

University of Bridgeport typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.04. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 6% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into University of Bridgeport?

64% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Bridgeport you should:

• Have a high school GPA of 3.04 or better
• Earn B grades in high school
• Score 1000 on the SAT
• Graduate in the top half of your high school class

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

What GPA do you need to get into University of Bridgeport?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into University of Bridgeport are to have around a 3.04 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as University of Bridgeport accepts 64% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at University of Bridgeport is 3.04 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #18 in Connecticut for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since University of Bridgeport is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.0 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Bridgeport. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 8% of students submitted SAT scores.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Bridgeport?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at University of Bridgeport is 1000 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 880-1115. Students who get into University of Bridgeport score in the top 81 percent of all SAT test takers..  University of Bridgeport ranks #18 in the state of Connecticut for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1000 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. University of Bridgeport regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 880 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 880, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 760, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Bridgeport is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1000 SAT score range.

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 997, you have around a 64% chance of being admitted. A 1115 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 77% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

High School Class Rank

64% of University of Bridgeport freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 31% are in the top quarter.

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Bridgeport is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Bridgeport and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Credits Accepted