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Enrollment Deposit

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Bridgewater State University requires a deposit of $200 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

28.60%

Bridgewater State University is in the top 28.60% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

3.60%

Bridgewater State University is in the top 3.60% of colleges in the state of Massachusetts for deposit cost. 16.18% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

44.00%

Bridgewater State University is in the top 44.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Bridgewater State University educates a diverse community of 9,604 students, with 8,116 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,488 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

9,604


Total Undergraduates

8,116

Total Graduates

1,488


Full-Time vs Part-Time

73% Full-Time

27% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Bridgewater State University has a 88% acceptance rate. Bridgewater State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1110.


Acceptance Rate

88%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

14%

Total Score

400

1600

10301210

Reading and Writing

200

800

520610

Math

200

800

510600

ACT

Students submitting ACT

1%

Composite Score

0

36

1925

English

0

36

00

Math

0

36

200200

Location

Located in Bridgewater, MA, Bridgewater State University offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.


City

Bridgewater


County

Plymouth County


State

Massachusetts


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Large

About

Bridgewater State University features a student-focused approach with a 17 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

17 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

Bridgewater State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $17,225 with 71% of students receiving financial assistance including 31% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$17,225


Received Aid

71%


Pell Recipients

31%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $11,389

Out-of-State: $17,529

Demographics

The Bridgewater State University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 97% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
3,391 (42%)
Women
4,725 (58%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
72 (1%)
18-19
2,298 (28%)
20-21
2,791 (34%)
22-24
1,879 (23%)
Over 25
1,076 (13%)

Outcomes

Bridgewater State University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 59% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

59%

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