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Bridgewater State University

#22 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts

grade C+
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4 Year
BRIDGEWATER, MA
Rating 3.48 out of 5 1,229 reviews

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Is a BSU degree worth it, you ask? Bridgewater was named a 2024 Best College in America based on return on investment. According to The Wall Street Journal, students may earn a complete return on their investment at BSU in less than 2+ years. Another reason to be confident that attending BSU is a wise choice. Learn More

C+

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Academics
grade C
Value
grade B+
Diversity
grade B
Campus
grade C+
Athletics
grade C+
Party Scene
grade B minus
Professors
grade C
Location
grade C+
Dorms
grade B minus
Campus Food
grade B+
Student Life
grade B minus
Safety
grade B minus

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131 SUMMER ST
BRIDGEWATER, MA 02325

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About Bridgewater State...

Athletic Division

NCAA Division III (with football)

Athletic Conference

Commonwealth Coast Football

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Bridgewater State University is the largest of nine state universities in Massachusetts and continues to provide an affordable option for students in the region. Attend BSU for roughly a third of the cost of most private colleges - and with the Horace Mann Scholarship, attending is more affordable than ever for out-of-state students as well.

BSU is dedicated to student success. With intensive student-faculty engagement in the classroom - with an average class size of 22 students - and targeted support through the Academic Achievement Center, traditionally underserved and at-risk students are succeeding.

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Campus Tour
April 17, 10:00 am
Welcome Center, 45 Plymouth Street, Bridgewater MA 02325
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Campus walking tours are led by one of our students and give visitors an opportunity to see our entire campus and hear about Bridgewater State University from a student's perspective. A tour takes approximately 90 minutes and will depart from the Welcome Center, 45 Plymouth Street. Visitor parking is located in the Welcome Center, West and Harrington Lots. Registration period closes Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Campus walking tours are led by one of our students and give visitors an opportunity to see our entire campus and hear about Bridgewater State University from a student's perspective. A tour takes approximately 90 minutes and will depart from the Welcome Center, 45 Plymouth Street. Visitor parking is located in the Welcome Center, West and Harrington Lots. Registration period closes Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Campus Tour
April 17, 10:00 am
Welcome Center, 45 Plymouth Street, Bridgewater MA 02325
View Event Description
Campus walking tours are led by one of our students and give visitors an opportunity to see our entire campus and hear about Bridgewater State University from a student's perspective. A tour takes approximately 90 minutes and will depart from the Welcome Center, 45 Plymouth Street. Visitor parking is located in the Welcome Center, West and Harrington Lots. Registration period closes Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Campus walking tours are led by one of our students and give visitors an opportunity to see our entire campus and hear about Bridgewater State University from a student's perspective. A tour takes approximately 90 minutes and will depart from the Welcome Center, 45 Plymouth Street. Visitor parking is located in the Welcome Center, West and Harrington Lots. Registration period closes Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Campus Tour
April 17, 3:00 pm
Welcome Center, 45 Plymouth Street, Bridgewater MA 02325
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Campus walking tours are led by one of our students and give visitors an opportunity to see our entire campus and hear about Bridgewater State University from a student's perspective. A tour takes approximately 90 minutes and will depart from the Welcome Center, 45 Plymouth Street. Visitor parking is located in the Welcome Center, West and Harrington Lots. Registration period closes Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Campus walking tours are led by one of our students and give visitors an opportunity to see our entire campus and hear about Bridgewater State University from a student's perspective. A tour takes approximately 90 minutes and will depart from the Welcome Center, 45 Plymouth Street. Visitor parking is located in the Welcome Center, West and Harrington Lots. Registration period closes Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Twilight Campus Tour
April 17, 6:00 pm
Welcome Center, 45 Plymouth Street, Bridgewater MA 02325
View Event Description
Campus walking tours are led by one of our students and give visitors an opportunity to see our entire campus and hear about Bridgewater State University from a student's perspective. A tour takes approximately 90 minutes and will depart from the Welcome Center, 45 Plymouth Street. Visitor parking is located in the Welcome Center, West and Harrington Lots. Registration period closes Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Campus walking tours are led by one of our students and give visitors an opportunity to see our entire campus and hear about Bridgewater State University from a student's perspective. A tour takes approximately 90 minutes and will depart from the Welcome Center, 45 Plymouth Street. Visitor parking is located in the Welcome Center, West and Harrington Lots. Registration period closes Tuesday, April 16, 2024

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Admissions

Application Deadline

February 15

Acceptance Rate

86%

SAT Range

1010-1200

ACT Range

19-28

Application Fee

$50

SAT/ACT

Considered but not required

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Yes

Cost

Net Price

$12,744 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$7,617 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

91%

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Professors

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

15:1

Evening Degree Programs

Yes

70%

of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 76 responses

37%

of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 84 responses

53%

of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 83 responses

Majors

Cybersecurity

BSU has built the most sophisticated cyber range in Massachusetts and is poised to be the leader in cybersecurity education and training in the state. We will offer a BS degree in Cybersecurity in Fall 2024. BSU already offers a Cybercriminology and Cybersecurity graduate certificate and is developing a master's degree in the field as well.

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Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

Online Certificate Programs

Online Associates Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
40%
On Campus
53%
Online
7%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

6,541 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

1,575

Undergrads Over 25

15%

Pell Grant

33%

Varsity Athletes

Poll

What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?

Based on 56 responses

Mostly friendly, busy
59%
Commuter
23%
Stressed
5%
Busy
4%
Typical
4%
basic
2%
Nerdy
2%

Campus Life

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Poll

46%

of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 89 responses

Poll

57%

of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 101 responses

Poll

What one word or phrase best describes your school?

Based on 66 responses

Welcoming
33%
Committed to student success
23%
Average
18%
It deceives you
11%
Meh
8%
Accepting
2%
Awful
2%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$45,300 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

62%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

95%

National

83%

75%

of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 55 responses

Bridgewater State University Reviews

1,229 reviews

Overall, I would say the school experience has been decent, with a good number of enjoyable memories came from the friendships I've made here. However, there are limited activity options both around the campus and on-campus events, and the activities the school does provide are not always as engaging or enjoyable as one would hope. While the school's dining facilities are look pleasing, the food quality leaves much to be desired and could benefit from more variety, especially considering the early closure of dining halls on weekends, which poses challenges for students with late schedules or busy routines such as myself. Academically, the institution is satisfactory, although my personal experience with some professors has been less than ideal, often requiring self-teaching. Taking everything into account, I would rate the school at 3.5 out of 5 stars.

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The professors are always willing to engage and communicate with the students at all times, and are willing to create a teaching environment that intrigues the student. They always go above and beyond when helping students, often offering time after class or even scheduling a time to assist a student if the need may be. Faculty are always willing to help students with whatever needs, whether that be registering for classes or even obtaining information about clubs and upcoming events. Communication is always fast and easy, and you can always expect a reply from either faculty or professors within 48 hours. Students that attend are always very accepting of each other, and strive to assist others in order to progress and succeed throughout the school year(s). Bridgewater is a great university to attend, and I have never had any issues with it!

As I'm finishing up my first semester of Bridgewater State, I have to say I've found myself to be very comfortable in this community. I'm double majoring in elementary education and sociology with an education concentration and all of my courses thus far have been very interesting and engaging. This university is perfect for future educators looking to get their higher education at a good price within a program that has been doing this for as long as they've been open. The campus is beautiful through any weather and I've found myself a great friend group that has been so supportive and made my experience that much better. The food can sometimes be subpar, but I would recommend Tillinghast Hall and Bears Den the most because of all of their healthy and not so healthy options. I can see myself here for my entire education time (undergraduate and graduate) and I hope that I'll be able to say these same thought plus more once I've gone through semester that are to come in the future!

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