Bridgewater College
At Bridgewater, we believe that the great possibilities in life are realized in what we build together. So we've designed your experience here as an ever-growing network of connections. You'll connect with big ideas, great mentors and classmates whose life stories will help you see the world from different perspectives. Your academics, extracurriculars and social life all combine into one cohesive experience. And because we’re all working together – from our student-artists to our student-athletes – you’ll see more possibilities for your life on campus and beyond.
Accepts first-year applicationsSouthPrivateRuralSmall (2,000 and under)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Religious Affiliation
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
First-year applicants at Bridgewater are students who have never enrolled in a two or four year institution the fall or spring semester post high school graduation. First-year students should have completed 4 English credits, 3 Mathematics credits (at least through Algebra 2), 3 Social Science/History credits, and 3 Science credits, or the equivalent of a high school diploma, in order to meet the qualifications for admission. More information can be found at: bridgewater.edu/apply
Transfer
Transfer applicants at Bridgewater are students who have enrolled in a two or four year institution the fall or spring semester post high school graduation. If you are considering transferring to Bridgewater College, please check out our transfer information here: bridgewater.edu/admissions-aid/apply-to-bridgewater/transfer-to-bridgewater/
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Additional information
At BC, we work with you and your family to make college affordable. We put your mind at ease about tuition and costs. That way, you can focus on taking the next step. In the 2022-23 academic year, 100% of full-time first-year students received financial aid, and the average net cost was $20,000. Find more information and the net price calculator at bridgewater.edu/financialaid
Visit us
The best way to experience what life at Bridgewater is like, is to visit our campus! We offer personalized visits Monday-Friday, where you will talk with your admissions counselor, tour of campus with one of our student ambassadors, and have the option to personalize your visit further. During the academic year, we also offer group sessions during our Open Houses, Saturday Group Visits, and Information Session and Tours. To find our upcoming visits, check us out online at bridgewater.edu/visit
"I chose Bridgewater because of the community I felt when I first stepped foot on campus. I loved how the classrooms are not too big and I can keep a connection with my professor."