Bridgewater State University (Bridgewater State) is a four-year, public school located in Bridgewater, MA. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The Bridgewater State's 2024 tuition & fees is $11,389 for Massachusetts residents and $17,529 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 71% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,986.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 9,604 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).

Bridgewater State's acceptance rate is 89.19% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 20.52%. The median SAT scores is 1130 and the ACT socre is 21.

Bridgewater State ranked 22nd in Massachusetts Colleges rankings. Bridgewater State University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Bridgewater State University is $11,389 for in-state students and $17,529 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $9,041 for in-state students and $9,041 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,737 for Massachusetts residents and $17,874 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,296 for Massachusetts residents and $9,296 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$11,389$17,529
Graduate$9,041$9,041
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$11,737$17,874
Graduate$9,296$9,296

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »89.19% Acceptance Rate / 20.52% Yield
Test Scores »1,130 SAT / 21 ACT
Graduation Rate »56%
Retention Rate75%(full-time), 29% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.88% (17 to 1)
Student Population »9,604 (8,116 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$7,986

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Bridgewater State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Bridgewater State
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Bridgewater State University Directory Information

Address131 Summer Street, Bridgewater, MA 2325
Phone508-531-1000
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedMaster's degree

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