An international, doctoral intensive comprehensive university, with award-winning academic programs. At the University of Bridgeport, students can earn degrees in 120 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. We are among America's strong international universities with 25 percent of our students coming from overseas. The University's commitment to educate students from throughout the world is recognized in the US News and World Report issue on colleges. With students from more than 80 countries who are active in student government, publications and clubs, the University of Bridgeport prides itself in being a real world "experience in globalization." Known for its competent, committed, caring faculty, the University prides itself on its student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Just one hour away from New York City, and 2 ½ hours from Boston, the University of Bridgeport is located in one of the most important educational and commercial centers in the United States. UB is situated in Fairfield County, known as the “Corporate Gold Coast” due to the large number of Fortune 500 companies in the area. Our location facilitates excellent internship and job opportunities. Academic scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $12,000 are available for undergraduate students. Graduate Assistantships are available for graduate applicants.

• Tuition and Fees

  • Effective Term: Fall 2010
  • Tuition: 23,400
  • Room and Board: 11,080
  • Estimated Additional Expenses: 750
  • Fees: 2,920

• Statistics

  • Total Undergraduates: 2,248
  • First Years: 610
  • Graduate Enrollment: 2,855

• Application Requirements

  • Fall Application Deadline: July 1
  • Spring Application Deadline: November 1
  • Application Fee: 25
  • Application Website: http://www.bridgeport.edu/pages/3524....
  • Tests Required for International Students: TOEFL
  • Other Tests Accepted: IELTS, Pearson, Eiken, others

• College Information

  • 126 Park Avenue
  • Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604-5620
  • 203-576-4000
  • admit@bridgeport.edu
  • http://www.bridgeport.edu

• Attributes

  • Setting: Urban
  • City Size: Medium
  • Type of School: University
  • Public/Private: Private not-for-profit
  • Gender: Co-ed
  • Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
  • Calendar: Semester
  • Services for International Students: On-campus Summer Housing, English as a Second Language Program, Intensive English, International Student Advisor, Special International Student Orientation Program
  • Programs Offered: Bachelor's Degree, Graduate or higher

• Admissions Office

  • Office of International Admissions
  • 126 Park Avenue
  • Bridgeport, CT 06604
  • 203-576-4552
  • admit@bridgeport.edu