University of Bridgeport
#12 in Connecticut
4-years Private College In Bridgeport, CT
University of Bridgeport (referred to as Bridgeport) is a Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years school located in Bridgeport, CT. It is classified as Doctoral/Research University school by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice. The 2023 tuition & fees at University of Bridgeport is $35,760. The school has a total enrollment of 3,988 and student to faculty ratio is 7.14% (14 to 1).The highest degree offered at University of Bridgeport is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice. It offers 1 Year Certificate, Associate, Master's, Post-Master Certificate, Doctorate (Research), and Doctorate (Professional Practice) degrees and programs.
2023 Key Facts
| Tuition & Fees | $35,760 (2023) |
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| Acceptance Rate | 81.51% |
| Student Population | 3,988 |
| Test Scores | 1,090 (SAT) |
| Graduation Rate | 46% |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 14 to 1 |
University of Bridgeport is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education (12/1/1951 - Current).
2021-2022 Tuition & Fees
The undergraduate tuition & fees at University of Bridgeport is $35,760 for academic year 2021-2022. The graduate tuition & fees at University of Bridgeport is $21,786 for academic year 2021-2022. University of Bridgeport offers the alternative tuition plans. 93 students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $23,001 (exclude student loans).
Admission, Enrollment, and Graduation
The acceptance rate at University of Bridgeport is 81.51% and the admission yield (also known as enrollment rate) is 9.18%. The average SAT score is 1,090. University of Bridgeport accepts dual credit, credit for life experiences, advanced placement(AP) credits. Total 3,988 students are attending at University of Bridgeport (1,637 undergraduate students). There are 133 full-time faculty (instructional/teaching staffs) and 294 part-time faculty working for University of Bridgeport. The students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%). The number of non-teaching staffs is 332 (full-time) and 324 (part-time). The graduation rate at University of Bridgeport is 46% and transfer-out rate is 34%. The retention rate is 68% at the school.
Special Learning Opportunities & On-Campus Services
University of Bridgeport offers the distance education programs that all courses for completing a degree program can be done through online exclusively for undergraduate and graduate programs. In addition, the distance learning courses are offered for students who are not enrolled online exclusively. University of Bridgeport offers study abroad, weekend/evening college, teacher certification program. On University of Bridgeport campus, academic/career services, employment services for students, placement services for completers are provided for their students.
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University of Bridgeport Mission Statement
The University of Bridgeport offers career-oriented undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees and programs for people seeking personal and professional growth. The University promotes academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world. The University is independent and non-sectarian.-Adopted by the Board of Trustees on April 23, 2004