Bridgewater College

Bridgewater College, nestled in the picturesque Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, is a private liberal arts institution with a rich heritage of academic excellence and community engagement. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and tight-knit campus community, it offers an environment where students can thrive both intellectually and personally.

1,436

Students

91%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

1,391

Classification

4 Year

Type

Private, Non-Profit

Religious Affiliation

Protestant

Website

bridgewater.edu

At Bridgewater College, students are encouraged to explore diverse academic disciplines while cultivating their personal passions and leadership skills. The college emphasizes a holistic approach to education, blending rigorous coursework with meaningful extracurricular opportunities. Through close interactions with dedicated faculty and a myriad of student organizations, Bridgewater fosters an atmosphere of collaboration and growth. The college's commitment to service and civic responsibility is reflected in its numerous outreach programs, ensuring students develop a strong sense of social awareness and responsibility. With its beautiful campus and supportive community, Bridgewater College provides a transformative educational experience.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Bridgewater College?

91% acceptance rate

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Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1199

Testing

Test Optional

Average High School GPA

3.55

Application Deadlines

Regular Application Deadline

August 1

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

The most important factors Bridgewater College considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Rigor of Secondary School Record
•Application Essay

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Bridgewater College.

$ 61,920

Overall list price

$ 19,660

Average net price

$ 61,920

Merit Price™

Generous

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Bridgewater College?

Town

Campus Setting

Democrat

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Very Cloudy

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Bridgewater College.

13:1

Student to faculty ratio

43%

4-year grad rate

49%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Bridgewater are:

Business Administration and Management, General
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
Psychology, General

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Demographics

Who attends Bridgewater College?

26

States represented

23

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

1,436

Women

50%

Men

50%

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Housing

What's it like living at Bridgewater College?

$14,370

Room & Board

1

Housing units / student

82

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Bridgewater College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.55.

How much does Bridgewater College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $61,920 to attend Bridgewater.

How many people attend Bridgewater College?

1,436 people attend Bridgewater. 1,391 are undergraduate students and 45 are graduate students.

Where is Bridgewater College located?

Bridgewater College is located in Bridgewater, Virginia. It is in a Town environment.

Can I get into Bridgewater College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 59% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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