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Bridgewater College

ยท Public University

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Bridgewater College: the applicant's brief

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  1. The short answer

    Bridgewater College is a liberal-arts college in Bridgewater, Virginia, in the United States. It suits students looking for a small US college environment with a broad liberal-arts focus and a coeducational tradition.

  2. What you can study

    Bridgewater College is a liberal-arts college, so it is suited to students who want a broad undergraduate education rather than a large specialist university. The programme catalogue is still being compiled, so check the official website for the current list of majors, minors, and any other study options before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the collegeโ€™s official admissions process and check the website for current entry requirements, deadlines, and document requirements. Because specific international-admissions rules are not published in the information available here, confirm the exact process, English-language requirements, and any visa-support steps with the admissions office.

  4. What it costs

    The college does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available here; confirm the current tuition for international students with its admissions office. Living costs in Bridgewater, Virginia will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so budget separately for those items.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated in the available information, so confirm it on the official website before you apply. If you are moving from abroad, check the admissions office for the documents it accepts, whether it requires proof of English ability, and what support it offers for visas and arrival.

  6. How it compares

    Among 2,515 universities in the United States, Bridgewater College stands out more for its small size and liberal-arts identity than for scale. If you want a compact college setting rather than a large national university, it is closer to that kind of choice than to the typical broad public institution.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Bridgewater College

Is Bridgewater College public or private?

It is listed as public, but it is also described as a private liberal-arts college. Confirm the current institutional status on the official website before applying.

Where is Bridgewater College located?

Bridgewater College is in Bridgewater, Virginia, in the United States.

How many students study there?

Approximately 1,800 students are enrolled.

When was Bridgewater College established?

It was established in 1880.

Overview

Bridgewater College is a private liberal-arts college in Bridgewater, Virginia. Established in 1880, Bridgewater College admitted both men and women from the time of its founding and was the first four-year liberal arts college in Virginia to do so. Approximately 1,800 students are enrolled.

Programs at Bridgewater College

30 programs across 3 study levels.

Professional

Professional Computer Science & IT

AI Literacy Certificate

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โฑ 3โ€“4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Art Major

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biochemistry Major

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biology Major

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Chemistry Major

Bridgewater College

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science Major

Bridgewater College

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Law

Criminology Major

Bridgewater College

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Media & Communication

Digital Media Arts Major

Bridgewater College

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Economics Major

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Engineering Major

Bridgewater College

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

English Major

Bridgewater College

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Game Design Major

Bridgewater College

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

History Major

Bridgewater College

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology Major

Bridgewater College

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Sociology Major

Bridgewater College

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Spanish Major

Bridgewater College

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Theatre Major

Bridgewater College

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time

Master's Degree

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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