About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Karissa Peckham
Dean of Admissions
Dean of Admissions
Address
Admissions Office
126 Park Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06604
126 Park Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06604
Phone
800-392-3582
Email
admit@bridgeport.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Arnold Bernhard Center
Wheeler Recreation Center
John J. Cox Student Center
The University Gallery
Hubbell Gymnasium
Wheeler Recreation Center
John J. Cox Student Center
The University Gallery
Hubbell Gymnasium
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Seaside Park
The Maritime Aquarium
South Norwalk (SoNo)
Main St. - Westport
Wooster Street
The Maritime Aquarium
South Norwalk (SoNo)
Main St. - Westport
Wooster Street
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday-Thursday; Friday; Saturday
8:30am-5:30pm; 8:30am-4:30pm; 9am and 12pm
800-392-3582
8:30am-5:30pm; 8:30am-4:30pm; 9am and 12pm
800-392-3582
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Wed at 10:30am and 2:30pm; Sat 10:30am
Average Length: 30 min.
Dates: Year-round
Times: Wed at 10:30am and 2:30pm; Sat 10:30am
Average Length: 30 min.
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
Year- around
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
1 week
Contact Email Address for Visit
admit@bridgeport.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
Available only Mon-Thurs nights Sept-April, except during exam periods
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Sikorsky Airport in Bridgeport is 15 minutes from campus. Bradley International Airport near Hartford is 75 minutes from campus. La Guardia Airport and JFK in New York are an hour and a half from campus. Taxis and limousines are available from these airports to campus. Amtrak and Metro-North trains and Greyhound buses serve Bridgeport. Taxis are available for the ride from the stations to campus. Ferry is available from Port Jefferson, NY.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From the north, I-95 South, take exit 27; exit forks, take left hand fork marked "University of Bridgeport". You are now on South Avenue, parallel to I-95. Continue on South Avenue to the fourth light. Turn left onto Park Avenue. Proceed South on Park Avenue, approximately one-half mile to the campus. From south, take I-95 North, get off at exit 26; at the bottom of the ramp continue straight on Pine Street. Take a right onto Harbor Street and next left onto Admiral Street. Take a right onto Iranistan Avenue. Proceed South on Iranistan Avenue to Waldemere Avenue. Take a left onto Waldemere Avenue, travel to Park Avenue (look for the Arch). Take a left onto Park Avenue. From the Merritt Parkway, take exit 52 (south fork) and bear left to route 8/25 Connector to exit 1 (Prospect Street/Myrtle Avenue). At the bottom of the ramp take a right onto Prospect Street to Park Avenue. Take a left on Park Avenue. Proceed South on Park Avenue, approximately one-half mile to the campus.
Local Accommodations
Five minutes from the University, the Bridgeport Holiday Inn (1070 Main St.; 203-334-1234) has special rates and is relatively affordable. A bit further, the Hampton Inn in Milford (129 Plains Rd.; 203-874-4400) is located 4 miles from the Sikorsky Airport. The Stratford Ramada (225 Lordship Blvd.; 800-2 Ramada) is about 20 minutes from campus. The Trumbull Marriott (180 Hawley Ln.; 800-221-9855), with its indoor-pool, up-to-date health club, 2 restaurants, and 2 lounges is the most expensive.
Save SchoolAdmissions
Overview
Applicants: 5,736
Acceptance Rate: 63%
Average HS GPA: 2.98
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
410 - 490
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
410 - 500
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
18 - 21
Testing Policies
Deadlines
Early Action — February 1
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
17:1
Total Faculty
450
with Terminal Degree
96
257
Men
193
Women
65
Minority
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
East Asian Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business/Commerce, General.
Fashion Merchandising.
Finance, General.
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Management Information Systems, General.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Mass Communication/Media Studies.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Computer Science.
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EDUCATION.
Biology Teacher Education.
Business Teacher Education.
Chemistry Teacher Education.
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
Curriculum and Instruction.
Education, General.
Educational Leadership and Administration, General.
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
History Teacher Education.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
Music Teacher Education.
Reading Teacher Education.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Social Science Teacher Education.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Engineering/Industrial Management.
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ENGINEERING.
Computer Engineering, General.
Computer Hardware Engineering.
Computer Software Engineering.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Human Nutrition.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
Chiropractic.
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist.
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other.
Naturopathic Medicine/Naturopathy.
Pre-Dentistry Studies.
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies.
Pre-Veterinary Studies.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
General Studies.
Humanities/Humanistic Studies.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Community Organization and Advocacy.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
International Relations and Affairs.
Social Sciences, General.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Graphic Design.
Illustration.
Industrial and Product Design.
Interior Design.
Music, Other.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
FredDeLuca
Business
GeraldPenacoli
Entertainment
AndyRobustelli
Athletics
Russell M Landau
Music
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Mar 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$7,908
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$8,073
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,945
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$20,643
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$25,950
Required Fees
$2,190
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,500
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
$4,000
On-Campus Room and Board
$12,050
Comprehensive Fee
$40,190
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,688
Foreign Countries Represented
74
Demographics
68% female
32% male
38% are out of state
69% are full time
31% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
48%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
66%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
91/99
Housing Options
Dorms Coed
Other
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
48
Number of Honor Societies
15
Number of Social Sororities
3
Number of Religious Organizations
4
2% join a fraternity
2% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division II
Men's Sports (Purple Knights)
5 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Soccer
Swimming
Basketball
Cross Country
Soccer
Swimming
Women's Sports (Purple Knights)
8 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Gymnastics
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Volleyball
Cross Country
Gymnastics
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
No
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
80
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
No
