University of Bridgeport
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. freshman retention is below 65%. 53% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
University of Bridgeport is a private nonprofit institution located in Bridgeport, Connecticut with approximately 1,534 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Bridgeport has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 83%. The average net price after financial aid is $27,807 per year. The graduation rate is 41%, and the typical graduate earns $47,100 within 10 years of enrollment.
The University of Bridgeport is a private university in Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States. The university is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. In 2021, the university was purchased by Goodwin University; it retained its own name, brand, and board of trustees.
The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 48% graduation rate and 63% freshman retention rate suggest that many students who start don't finish, which is a real concern worth probing before committing. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively modest $19,500, and the $24,786 average net price is reasonable for a private school, making it more affordable than it might appear on the surface. Worth considering if you have a specific program in mind (particularly health sciences or engineering) and a clear plan to stay on track, but students who need strong academic support structures or a vibrant campus community may want to look elsewhere.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: -1% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,534 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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