Adult Degree Completion (IDEAL) Admissions

This program fits me like a glove. From the first day I walked on the IDEAL campus in Waterbury, I knew this was it.

We chose the University of Bridgeport IDEAL Program because it was a great fit for our schedule as individuals who work full-time and a stay at home mom.

UB is equipping me with the necessary educational skills to help future generations.

All of the IDEAL staff is helpful. The advisors go out of their way for you. The professors encourage their students to learn.

My responsibility was to fulfill this opportunity by graduating and carrying the message that anyone can go back to school and succeed.

If you want to get on the pathway of success stop thinking about it and be about it.

I would tell every working adult who is wanting to complete their degree it’s not too late with the IDEAL program.

The staff and professors go out of their way to make sure all of your needs are met.

The IDEAL staff made it easy for me to register every semester. Education is key to success.

I have changed my view on education. I love it and it's amazing how staff really makes you feel like a family.

Through the support of the IDEAL Program and my hard work, I obtained my degree: Bachelor’s of Science in Human Services.

My UB experience with IDEAL has allowed me to achieve certain goals in my life. I always wanted to earn my bachelor’s degree so I could apply my skills at a higher level of management in my company.

They have made it easy for me to work towards achieving my goals. The faculty are approachable and always willing to provide additional support when needed.

I embrace the challenge so that my children can follow in my footsteps.

The faculty and classmates are assisting me by providing personal knowledge and insight with their own views to enrich my education.

IDEAL is helping me to not only better my life, but to stand as a shining example to my children and students.

Starting the IDEAL program is one of the best choices I've ever made in my life. I am learning, meeting new people and growing into a better person.

The counselors are always looking to guide you towards success. The professors are always there to help the students with their needs. The staff is always pleasant and courteous. The students are friendly and caring.

What better place than the University of Bridgeport IDEAL program!

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I was able to gain a well rounded education from my professors teaching me knowledge that will help me gain a career; while my peers taught me life skills from their every day experiences.

My advisors were there for me 100%. Every instructor was knowledgeable. Teachers and students shared real world experiences, not just rhetoric.

It gives working adults the opportunity to complete a degree of their choice in an accelerated class program.

I periodically reflected on my own dreams of returning to school, and to ultimately receive my law degree. One day that reflection motivated me to take the steps to return to school. I periodically reflected on my own dreams of returning to school, and t

The flexibility of the schedule allowed me to always find the classes I needed. My degree prepared me for my job and going into the Masters Program.

The bonds that are formed as a result of being part of the IDEAL program are lasting ones.

I was the first male in my family to attend and graduate from college.

My advice to you: Look at the IDEAL program and if it fits in your lifestyle and needs, enroll.