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Bridgewater College

#901 in US ranking Bridgewater, VA
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$33,270
Tuition & fees
$17,523
Avg. aid
$40,408
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
92%
SAT range
1020–1360
Avg. ACT
25

Outcomes

Graduation rate
53%
Median salary
$39,818
1 yr after graduation

What are the popular events and traditions at Bridgewater College?

Bridgewater College's recurring campus events include SpringFest, a spring formal, and Homecoming activities. These events give students opportunities to gather outside classes, although programs and schedules can change between academic years.

The reported Homecoming program includes a bonfire and fireworks, connecting current students with a broader college celebration that can include alumni. SpringFest is a springtime student event, while the spring formal offers a different, social format. Students interested in attending or helping organize an event should look for the current student-activities calendar rather than assume that a prior year's schedule will repeat exactly.

What are the student housing and dining options at Bridgewater College?

Bridgewater College provides college-operated undergraduate housing, including coeducational options, and a substantial majority of students live on campus. Housing availability does not mean that every student can choose a particular building or room type, so applicants should review assignment procedures and deadlines before making plans.

Residence options and meal plans should be considered together: a housing choice can affect where and when a student eats, what facilities are available, and the annual cost. Students considering off-campus housing should first check any residency rules that apply to their class year, then compare rent and food expenses with transportation, utilities, and the terms of any campus dining plan.

Bridgewater College Campus Life

College owned housing available

Yes

Co-ed housing

Yes

Freshmen can park on campus

Yes

Highspeed speed internet

Yes

School organizations

50

Bridgewater College Campus at a Glance

Student-to-faculty ratio
13:1
Undergraduates living on campus
76%
Campus size
190 acres

Bridgewater College Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 3

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop
  • Alumni network

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Bridgewater College Library Services and Resources

Main library name

Forrer Learning Commons

Number of libraries on campus

1

Reservable study rooms in library

Yes

24h access

No

Physical facilities

Yes

Access to digital/electronic resources

Yes

Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials

Yes

Established library hours

Yes

Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions

Yes

Bridgewater College Computer Labs Access

  • 24h access
  • Help desk

Bridgewater College Location & Map

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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