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University of Bridgeport

  • 4 Year
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 867 reviews
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    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B-
    2. Value
      B-
    3. Diversity
      A+
    4. Campus
      C-
    5. Athletics
      B
    6. Party Scene
      B
    7. Professors
      B-
    8. Location
      C
    9. Dorms
      C
    10. Campus Food
      B-
    11. Student Life
      C+
    12. Safety
      B-
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    Bridgeport is a private university located in Bridgeport, Connecticut in the New York City Area. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 2,300 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the Bridgeport acceptance rate is 54%. Popular majors include Psychology, Liberal Arts and Humanities, and Dental Hygiene. Graduating 42% of students, Bridgeport alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $32,300.
    About University of Bridgeport...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (without football)
    Athletic Conference
    East Coast Conference
    Address
    126 Park Avenue
    Bridgeport, CT 06604
    Website
    bridgeport.edu

    University of Bridgeport Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    54%
    Application Deadline
    —
    SAT Range
    860-1050
    ACT Range
    18-24
    Application Fee
    $25
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    —

    Test Prep

    SAT and ACT Prep Options
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $22,981/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $26,796/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%

    Academics

    Professors
    B-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    16:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    84%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.56 responses
    67%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.63 responses
    59%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.63 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Psychology
      92 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      91 Graduates
    • Dental Hygiene
      87 Graduates
    • Human Services
      48 Graduates
    • Finance
      40 Graduates
    • Business
      39 Graduates
    • Electrical Engineering
      39 Graduates
    • Health Professions
      37 Graduates
    • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
      32 Graduates
    • Accounting
      29 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    2,300Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    829
    Undergrads Over 25
    15%
    Pell Grant
    61%
    Varsity Athletes
    10%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 43 responses
    Report
    • Unique
      42%
    • Outgoing
      30%
    • Personable
      19%
    • Different
      9%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    69%
    Poll
    42%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.73 responses
    Poll
    49%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.87 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 45 responses
    Report
    • Culturally diverse
      91%
    • Performance in academic excellent and innovasion
      4%
    • Fast-paced and culturally diverse
      2%
    • Unsatisfying
      2%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $43,100/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    42%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    91%
    National
    83%
    88%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.43 responses
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    University of Bridgeport Reviews

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    The University of Bridgeport may be known for the diversity of its student population, but it is also known for its high tuition, unsatisfactory on-campus housing, and disappointing dining. There is often confusion among the residents as to where all the funds go; it is obvious they are not being used to install air conditioning in the dorms, improve dining options, or renovate the aging classrooms.Student life is what you make of it. There are few interesting activities promoted on campus, and many of the intriguing events require payment. One event UB does right, however, is the Fair held every Spring and Fall at the Ped Mall. The University provides food trucks, bouncy houses, games, and customized memorabilia--all for free! Essentially, a student's experience at the University of Bridgeport will be what they make of it. Getting involved in clubs and finding a group of friends will render great social satisfaction. As far as dining goes...let me to introduce you to Easy Mac.
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    In my opinion, the University of Bridgeport is on an uphill road to greatness. This year, we have inducted a new president who has been changing and developing new programs and activities around campus that have been increasing the value of our school. The view of the water is something most people dream about, and the helpfulness between teachers for students are two things UB has great of. For me, Bridgeport became my second home as the culture, area, professors and fellow students were everything I was looking for in a college.
    What I like about the university is academically the system drive you to success. For example, there’s several times I have difficulty with a subject being taught by one of my professors, but what I liked was that the professors were always helpful when I came to them during their office hours our email them about it. There were also tutoring options I could attend to and the tutoring experience was great. I liked the fact that the University have so many options in regards to academic success. To continue, one thing I personally think the University can improve on is too much testing on electronic things. For instance, in the University of Bridgeport we are required to use an app call lockdown browser in order to take quizzes or tests. I am faints this because not every students are capable of purchasing a laptop or even have a laptop that is capable of downloading that app.