Bridgewater College

Building connections since 1880!

The student experience at Bridgewater College has been shaped and defined by connections since 1880.

Bridgewater’s commitment to building connections for life gives you more opportunities to flourish. More opportunities to participate in sports, theatre, music, clubs and organizations. To exercise leadership. And to develop and achieve your potential through the support of faculty mentors.

Get to know BC:

Coeducational since its founding in 1880, Bridgewater College is a private, four-year liberal arts college located in the Central Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Today, Bridgewater College is home to approximately 1,450 students. We’ve designed the Bridgewater experience as a network of connections to big ideas, great mentors, inspiring classmates and professional experiences.

• Academics:

• Academics at BC will help you expand the way you think and connect what you’re studying in one class to the lessons you’re learning in another. You’ll collaborate in new ways, too, which makes group work here thought-provoking and energizing.

• Average number of students per undergraduate class – 19
• 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio
• Most popular majors at BC: Business Administration, Health and Exercise Science, Biology, Psychology and Liberal Studies (normally accompanies pursuit of elementary education licensure)

• Accreditation:

• Bridgewater College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award degrees at the baccalaureate and master’s level.

• Students:

• At Bridgewater College, the student body is a diverse and vibrant community of individuals who are passionate about their education, personal growth and building a community. Students come from various backgrounds, cultures, and regions, creating a rich tapestry of experiences and perspectives on campus.

• BC students are from 27 states and 19 countries
• Pursue their passions by participating in more than 60 clubs and organizations

• Athletics:

• Nearly 30% of BC students participate in intercollegiate sports.

• 23 intercollegiate teams in the NCAA Division III
• Mascot: Eagles
• Colors: Crimson and Gold
• Members of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC)
• Also at BC: intercollegiate equestrian program, cheerleading, the Screamin’ Eagles Marching Band and esports

• Location:

• Situated just south of Harrisonburg and within close proximity to major cities like Richmond and Washington D.C., Bridgewater College offers the best of both worlds—a serene campus environment surrounded by natural beauty, while still being easily accessible to urban centers.

• Located in the town of Bridgewater, Virginia
• 8 minutes from the city of Harrisonburg

Rankings at Bridgewater College:

We’re proud of our rankings and we believe they illustrate the college’s commitment to our students.

• Bridgewater College Recognized as a 2024 Best College in the Mid-Atlantic by The Princeton Review
• Bridgewater College Named 2023-24 College of Distinction
• Bridgewater College Receives Regional Recognition from Washington Monthly and The Princeton Review
• U.S. News and World Report Names Bridgewater College a Top Liberal Arts School
• Bridgewater College Earns National Recognition Among Colleges of Distinction
• Bridgewater College and 22 Academic Programs Ranked Top in Virginia
• Bridgewater Named Safest College in Virginia by SafeAtLast
• Bridgewater College Named to The Princeton Review’s “Best in the Southeast” List
• Bridgewater College on U.S. News and World Report’s Best Liberal Arts Colleges List for 2022
• Bridgewater College Lands on Multiple Rankings Lists from Washington Monthly
• Bridgewater College Receives National Recognition from Colleges of Distinction
• Bridgewater College Named One of the Top Colleges in Virginia for Post-Grad Salaries
• Bridgewater College lands on U.S. News & World Report’s ‘Best Colleges 2021’ list
• Bridgewater College Named to ‘Best Colleges for Your Money’ List
• Bridgewater College named to The Princeton Review’s ‘2021 Best Colleges: Region by Region’ list
• Bridgewater Named a ‘Best College for Financial Aid’ in the Nation
• WalletHub names Bridgewater College one of the best colleges and universities
• Bridgewater College Named ‘Best College’ by Kiplinger and The Princeton Review

In addition to your transcripts, supplemental application materials including those listed below may be required.

• Recommended Minimum GPA: 2.5
• Evidence of English Proficiency:
• TOEFL: 79;
• IELTS: 6.5;
• PTE: 60;
• Duolingo: 105;
• SAT: 870;
• ACT: 15

For additional information on admission requirements, kindly contact our admissions counsellor!