Bridgewater College
BC
Bridgewater, Virginia 22812-1599
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for business — close-knit campus
Bridgewater College is a private institution in Bridgewater with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1225, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.4K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
49% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,453 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,173.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1225
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
35.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
-7.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (35)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
77%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Bridgewater College was established in 1880 as "Spring Creek Normal and Collegiate Institute" by Daniel Christian Flory.
- •Bridgewater conferred its first Bachelor of Arts degree on June 1, 1891.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from VA state average + suburban adjustment
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