Bridgewater College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Bridgewater, Virginia with 1,400 undergraduates. It admits 92% of applicants, costs an average of $21,083 a year after grants and graduates 52% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Bridgewater College acceptance rate and admissions
Bridgewater College admitted 92% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 550 to 680, math 470 to 680). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Bridgewater College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Bridgewater College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Bridgewater College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $17,523 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $15,296 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $33,270 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,083 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,083 a year after grants and scholarships, $12,187 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Bridgewater College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Bridgewater College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 52% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $58,669 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,625 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 44% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Bridgewater College majors and what graduates earn
Bridgewater College awarded bachelor's degrees in 28 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer science ($81,050).
All 28 majors at Bridgewater College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer science | 11 | n/a | $81,050 | $27,000 |
| Political science | 7 | n/a | $66,305 | n/a |
| Business administration | 50 | $48,369 | $61,276 | $26,000 |
| Biology | 16 | $33,512 | $58,732 | $24,076 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 52 | n/a | $55,288 | $26,000 |
| Fine and studio arts | 5 | n/a | $54,910 | n/a |
| Communication | 11 | $39,773 | $53,615 | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 17 | $50,267 | $51,160 | $24,687 |
| Sociology | 10 | $31,661 | $49,139 | n/a |
| History | 14 | n/a | $48,113 | $25,000 |
| Psychology | 19 | $33,949 | $42,141 | $26,000 |
| Family and consumer sciences | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Art and design, general | 12 | n/a | n/a | $26,500 |
| Environmental science | 10 | $43,822 | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Economics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Data science | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International relations | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Management information systems | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Bridgewater College
5 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 5 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Human resources | Master's | 16 | n/a | $20,500 |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,400 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 47% women, 53% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small suburb
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Bridgewater College?
Bridgewater College admitted 92% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Bridgewater College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $17,523. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,083 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Bridgewater College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 550 to 680 in reading and writing and 470 to 680 in math. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Bridgewater College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Bridgewater College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Bridgewater College?
52% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Bridgewater College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $58,669 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.