What is the University of Bridgeport Known for?

The University of Bridgeport is known for the world's first school of dental Hygiene, the first master’s degree in Nutrition and chiropractic programs in the U.S., the first school of nursing, BSN program in Connecticut, the first & only PhD program in Technology Management in the Northeast and the first PhD in Computer Science and Engineering in the Northeast.

Does the University of Bridgeport have an undergraduate and graduate schools?

UB offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in on-campus and online curricula, as well as certificate programs.

Is UB a Division II school?

The University of Bridgeport competes in NCAA Division II athletics and has eight women's sports, and five men's sports. The Women's Soccer Team were the 2018 National NCAA Division II Champions.

How many programs are offered at the University of Bridgeport?

UB offers 125 undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs.

What are some of the most popular programs at the University of Bridgeport?

The nursing program, engineering, computer science and dental hygiene programs are among some of the most popular majors at UB.

Does UB have open enrollment?

The University of Bridgeport offers open enrollment.

The Centennial of Arnold College

One hundred years ago in 1921, Arnold College was founded in New Haven. Thirty-two years later it would become an integral part of the University of Bridgeport.

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UB Celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month

Days of service and educational events will take place through the month of February to highlight Dr. King’s vision and legacy.

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First-Generation Student Wins NASA Scholarship

Mechanical engineering student Nhat Pham was just awarded a $3000 scholarship from NASA’s Connecticut Space Grant Consortium.

Nhat's Story

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Programs & Majors

14

Average Class Size

16:1

Student Faculty Ratio

2

Miles of Coastline

1.5

Hours to NYC

50,000

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University of Bridgeport Names Jay Moran Vice President of Athletics

Highly respected leader in collegiate sports rejoins the Purple Knights, solidifying the university’s commitment to athletics

Statement on the Recent Violence in Washington, D.C.

A Letter from Interim President Stephen Healey regarding the events that took place on January 6 in Washington, D.C.

Aerial view of the University of Bridgeport overlooking the Long Island Sound

NECHE Accreditation

We are proud to share that the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) has approved the accreditation of the University of Bridgeport as an independent institution operating under the Goodwin University umbrella.

Diane Charles Named Special Assistant to the President

Diane Charles has been named as University of Bridgeport’s Special Assistant to the President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

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Events

January 25, 2021

Spring 2021 Undergraduate/Graduate Classes Begin

January 25, 2021

Spring 2021 Online/Accelerated 7-Week Session 1 Begins

February 1, 2021

Spring 2021 Undergraduate/Graduate Classes begin on campus where applicable

February 6, 2021

Virtual Undergraduate Open House

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

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Three Colleges.

One Remarkable University.

Education has no boundaries at the University of Bridgeport.

You are prepared to succeed in your first job and all future jobs along your ambitious career path.

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UB Cares

We are well into the fall semester at the University of Bridgeport, and the health and safety of the UB community remains our first priority. Our ability to move forward during this pandemic will require each of us, without exception — faculty, staff and students — to comply with all COVID-related health and safety rules as articulated by the Emergency Response Team.

Visit our continuously-evolving COVID-19 hub for vital information about testing, contact tracing, campus life and the University’s ongoing efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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