Bridgewater College

• Students age: from 18 years old,
• Location: Bridgewater, Virginia, USA,
• Founded: 1880,
• Type of institution: private college,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type: mixed.

Bridgewater College is a private college located in Bridgewater, Virginia, United States. The college was founded in 1880 and offers undergraduate educational programs in various fields.

Bridgewater College is known for its academic reputation, where faculty and staff offer students quality education and personalized support on their journey to learning. The college focuses on student development outside of the classroom by providing a variety of opportunities for leisure, sports, and intercultural exchange. Bridgewater College is committed to creating an inspiring and supportive educational environment where students can develop and achieve their goals.

• Classes at Bridgewater College are usually small (up to 13 people), which allows teachers to pay more attention to each student,
• The college supports active research and independent creativity of students: students can take part in research projects, work together with the faculty and present their research results at scientific conferences,
• The educational process includes the practical application of knowledge through internships, workshops and professional experiences,
• Bridgewater College provides access to state-of-the-art computers, laboratories, a library and other educational materials,
• Teachers also serve as mentors, helping students adapt.

• Humanities and Arts – programs in English Language and Literature, History, International Relations, Religion, Fine Arts, Music and Theater,
• Science and Mathematics – offers programs in biology, chemistry, ecology, mathematics, physics and computer science,
• Social Sciences and Business Administration – includes programs in business, economics, political science, sociology, psychology and communications,
• health and physical education - programs for health care, physical education and recreation,
• Education – educational courses for primary and secondary teachers, special education specialists and supervisors.

• Students at Bridgewater College conduct research in biology, including the study of ecosystems, animal behavior, biological diversity, and genetics, and are actively involved in field research, sample collection, and data analysis,
• The institution conducts research in the field of sociology, psychology, political science: studies of social relations, social problems, human behavior and political processes, and much more,
• Bridgewater College supports research and creative projects in the fields of art, literature, history, philosophy.

• Bridgewater College was founded in 1880 and is one of the oldest private colleges in Virginia, USA
• The college operates on a system of trimesters that offer students the opportunity to study subjects in depth for a shorter time. The fall, spring, and summer trimesters make up the school year.
• The institution offers a number of unique programs - environmental study programs, including research in the field of ecology and nature conservation.
• Bridgewater College engages with the local community and the Virginia region. Students are involved in a variety of community service programs, volunteering, and internships at local organizations and businesses.
• The institution has a rich sports tradition and contains a variety of sports programs and teams, is a member of the American Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and participates in competitions at the Old Dominion Athletic Conference.

Bridgewater College offers students the opportunity to live in residences on campus. Living spaces offer rooms with different capacities - from single to multi-bed, with shared or private bathrooms. The residences are provided with all the necessary furniture, internet and other amenities.

The university cafeteria on campuses offers a variety of meals and options, taking into account the dietary preferences and needs of students.

The price of residences usually includes utilities (electricity, water, heating and air conditioning).

There are many clubs and student organizations at the university. Popular clubs:

• Bridgewater Investment Club,
• Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization (CEO),
• Computing Club,
• Educators Rising at Bridgewater College,
• Environmental Science Club,
• Family Consumer Science.

Bridgewater College actively supports the sports life of students, contains various teams and clubs in various sports, including football, basketball, golf, tennis, swimming. Students can join teams, participate in competitions, or simply play sports for their own pleasure.

The institution actively supports volunteer activities among students, provides various opportunities to participate in socially significant projects.

• More than 60 Major and Minor destinations are offered,
• 99% of students receive financial aid,
• 23 sports teams of the III division,
• The ratio of students and teachers is 13 to 1,
• Bridgewater College has been ranked as one of the best colleges in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report and the Princeton Review.

The university has modern classrooms and specialized laboratories. Depending on the specialization, the university provides students with access to laboratories in science, computer technology, art, and communications.

The Bridgewater College Library is a center of information resources for students and faculty, contains an extensive collection of printed and electronic materials, including textbooks, scientific journals, databases.

The college has modern sports facilities, which include gyms, a swimming pool, playgrounds for football, baseball, basketball.

• Replacement of an identity card (if necessary) - $ 25,
• Entry fee - $ 150,
• The penalty for late payment is $ 100,
• Late registration fee – $35,
• Reserve deposit - $ 300,
• Deposit in case of compensation for damage to residential premises - $ 100,
• Replacement of the key to the apartment - $ 50.

• After submitting the application, you will need to provide additional documents - official transcripts with grades, letters of recommendation and standardized test results (for example, SAT or ACT),
• After receiving all the required documents, the application will be reviewed by the admissions committee. In this process, the student's academic achievements, portfolio, personal characteristics and motivation are evaluated,
• After reviewing the application, the student will be notified of the decision,
• If you are accepted, you will be required to make a registration deposit to confirm your intention to attend the university.

Bridgewater College actively cooperates with employers and provides students with opportunities for internships, internships and employment. You can use your academic background to find jobs in your field or related fields.

To apply for admission to Bridgewater College, you must provide the following documents:

• Official (originals or certified copies) of documents from high school and higher education institutions. If your documents are not in English, a certified translation must be attached. For international students, documents on foreign diplomas confirmed by an accredited evaluation agency (for example, World Education Services Inc.) are required.
• Proof of English proficiency is required. You can provide scores on one of the following tests: TOEFL (79 iBT or 550 paper-based), IELTS (from 6.5), PTE (60), Duolingo English Test (105), or SAT or ACT scores.
• If your test scores do not meet the minimum requirements, you can still be conditionally admitted to Bridgewater College – provided you enroll and successfully complete an approved English language program.

After making a decision on admission to Bridgewater College, you will need to complete the following steps to complete registration:

• Make a deposit of $300 as a seat reservation,
• Provide a copy of the first page of your passport with a photo,
• Fill out the financial security confirmation form, which will be included in the letter of acceptance,
• Indicate your permanent foreign address (if it differs from the one specified in the application).

Foreign students are given the opportunity to receive scholarships in the amount of $ 16,000 to $ 32,590. Virtually all of the 99% students enrolled in BC have access to financial support provided by the university.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision