University of Bridgeport Admission Requirements

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University of Bridgeport Admission Overview

University of Bridgeport admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year University of Bridgeport admitted 83% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.04 GPA (B) and SAT 880-1115. University of Bridgeport is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of Bridgeport Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

83%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for University of Bridgeport

Acceptance Rate

The University of Bridgeport acceptance rate is 83%. Last year, 7,669 of 9,237 applicants were admitted. That is the 14th lowest acceptance rate in Connecticut.

Admission Selectivity

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

University of Bridgeport is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

University of Bridgeport typically 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. 5% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of Bridgeport GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.04

Typical High School Grades

B

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.04

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at University of Bridgeport typically have around a 3.04 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. University of Bridgeport is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #18 in Connecticut for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.0 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

University of Bridgeport SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

880-1115

Freshmen who sent SAT

1%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 470
  • Math 410
  • Composite 880
SAT 25th percentile scores for University of Bridgeport

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 585
  • Math 530
  • Composite 1115
SAT 75th percentile scores for University of Bridgeport

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at University of Bridgeport typically score around a 1000 SAT (middle 50% 880–1115) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 40th percentile nationally. University of Bridgeport ranks #19 in the state of Connecticut for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 880 to 1115

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SAT policy

University of Bridgeport is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at University of Bridgeport
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1115+ Above 75th >90%
1000 to 1115 Avg + 83%-90%
880 to 1000 Avg - 72%-83%
Below 880 Below mid-50 <72%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of Bridgeport ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

Not Reported

Freshmen reporting ACT

-

25th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 25th percentile scores for University of Bridgeport

75th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 75th percentile scores for University of Bridgeport

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

University of Bridgeport admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,915 4,322 9,237
Accepted 4,237 3,432 7,669
Acceptance Rate 86% 79% 83%
Enrolled 276 96 372
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 7% 3% 5%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

University of Bridgeport application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of Bridgeport
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

University of Bridgeport is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 83% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.04 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (880-1115); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=128744.

GPA calculator: University of Bridgeport GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026