University of Bridgeport (UB)

(Bridgeport, CT)

The University of Bridgeport is a private institution that offers over 50 areas of study. It was founded as a junior college in 1927 and became a four-year institution in 1947. Its 86-acre campus is located on the former estate of P.T. Barnum in Bridgeport, 55 miles from New York City.

Admissions

57%
of Applicants Admitted

GPA

Avg GPA of incoming frosh: 2.9

Offers Rolling Admission

SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile

1210–1470 SAT Total
400–490 SAT Reading
410–500 SAT Math
400–480 SAT Writing

TOEFL Required for intl students

Minimum TOEFL:

Cost

$43,052
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board

In-State Tuition: $29,200
Out-of-State Tuition: $29,200
Room and Board: $11,700

Once a UB applicant's application is complete, they are automatically considered for an academic (or merit) scholarship. Scholarships for undergraduate freshman range from $8,000 - $20,000 per academic year and are valid for the entire time that they are a student at UB. Scholarships for transfer students range from $6,000 - $15,000 per academic year and are also valid for the entire time that they are a student at UB.

Will I Like It

2,630
number of undergraduates

Private Non-Profit
Setting: City
Religious Affiliation: No affiliation
15 to 1 Student to Faculty Ratio
62% Women
55% live in School-affliated housing

Famous Alumni

Frederick DeLuca - co-founder and President of Subway Corporation; Manute Bol - former NBA star; Ivan Barbalić - the Permanent representative to the United Nations of Bosnia and Herzegovina; Ellen Alemany - CEO, chairman and CFO of Citizens Financial Group; George Dixon - former professional football player, collegiate football coach, and Canadian Football Hall of Fame member.

Academics

Popular majors: Biology, Psychology, Business Administration, Marketing, Accounting, Dental Hygiene, Mass Communication, Fashion Merchandising, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, International Political Economy and Diplomacy, Music, Health Sciences, Graphic/Interior/Industrial Design, Criminal Justice and Human Security, Martial Arts Studies

Areas of Study

Clubs & Activities

Student Government Association, Model UN Club, UB Ballroom Dance, University Singers, Future Leaders of Hip Hop (F.L.O.H), Greek Council, United We Step, Black Student Alliance, Latin American Club, Global Peace Youth Corps, and more!

Long Description

The University of Bridgeport, located fifty-five miles from New York City in Fairfield County, Connecticut, is known for excellence in academics, a commitment to promoting global citizenship, and maintaining a focus on public service. Founded in 1927, UB carries forward its original goal to promote a foundation for clear thinking and sound judgment so that later professional and business experiences are successful, and has taken on a newer mission to support students in preparing for life and leadership in a global community. Students of the University of Bridgeport receive a high-quality education where the uniqueness of each perspective is valued.

Mailing Address

126 Park Avenue - 6th Floor
Bridgeport, CT 06604-5620

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