Students choose to transfer colleges for many reasons, including cost-effectiveness, proximity to home, pursuing a new major, or seeking a better campus experience. Whatever the reason, transferring colleges is more common, normal, and easier than ever before. However, one common … Continue reading Important College Transfer Resources for Academic Success
Since 2005, crimes reported on college campuses have declined by more than 50%. Great news, right? Still, we understand that no matter what the statistics say, any parent sending their child off to college will have nagging concerns. As students … Continue reading 10 Essential Safety Tips Every College Parent Should Know
Transferring colleges can be an exciting strategic decision for students looking for a better fit for their academic and personal goals. In fact, students transfer colleges for a variety of reasons, including a change in major, the search for a … Continue reading A Guide to Crafting a Strong Transfer Application
The college admissions season is in full swing and high school seniors and their families are busy preparing their applications, obtaining recommendation letters, and writing personal essays. It’s a busy, exciting, and challenging time as students prepare for this monumental … Continue reading Do I Qualify for Financial Aid?
The college application process begins long before high school students enter their senior year, as many students start thinking about their interests, goals, and applications as early as their first or second year in high school. The preparation and research … Continue reading College Application Checklist for High School Seniors
Nurses make a meaningful difference every day — providing patient-centered care, a comforting bedside manner, and contributing to the success of healthcare teams across all medical settings. At University of Bridgeport, our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is … Continue reading Two Paths to Healing — Unraveling the Differences Between Pre-Nursing and Nursing Majors
Sending your kid off to college for the first time can be a daunting experience. While the looming threat of an empty nest and the shock of a suddenly quiet household can feel uncomfortable, nagging questions like “how am I … Continue reading 6 Tips for Parents of Teens Going to College for the First Time
The number of international students looking to study in the United States continues to grow as more and more universities also look to welcome these students onto their campuses. For example, University of Bridgeport welcomed three hundred additional new enrollees … Continue reading What are the Requirements for a Student Visa in the USA?
Teachers are charged with the minds and futures of the next generation, a noble profession if there ever was one. Yet, many aspiring teachers worry about where to begin their own student journey. If you’re feeling a pull toward this … Continue reading What to Look for in the Best Schools of Education
Welcome high school juniors, seniors, and parents! College application and admission season is in full swing as high school upper-class students begin to determine their future college, career plans, and goals. From submitting applications, applying for financial aid, and fulfilling … Continue reading Early Action vs. Early Decision: What’s the Difference?
Whether you are a student applying to college or a parent seeking to help their child, the college admissions process is filled with challenges and excitement as students and parents prepare for the next two to four years. Colleges and … Continue reading How to Write a College Admissions Essay
The college admissions process is a challenging time for many students. From unfamiliar terms, confusing acronyms, and tests to making sure your application stands out to a college or university’s admissions team, it can all feel a bit overwhelming and … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to College Admissions Interviews
Deciding to pursue graduate study and graduate school is equally exciting and challenging. Students often take the next step in their educational and professional journeys with an intensive, career-focused degree program. Graduate school offers students the opportunity to pursue specializations, … Continue reading Graduate School Admissions: Six Tips for a Successful Application
Applying to college can often feel like a whirlwind of unfamiliar terms and confusing acronyms. Still, understanding college application jargon is critical for smooth sailing through the college application journey. So, let’s break down the most common college application terms … Continue reading The College Application Process: Must Know Terminology
As our private and professional lives become increasingly tied to the web, the need for cyber security specialists grows. Now, more than ever, we need professionals with the skills necessary to keep our digital information safe and secure. When you … Continue reading Achieve an In-Demand Career with a Certificate in Cyber Security at University of Bridgeport
Applying to college is an equally exciting and challenging time as students prepare to meet admission requirements for prospective schools. During college admission, students complete applications, send transcripts to prospective schools, obtain recommendation letters to boost their application, write personal … Continue reading ACT vs. SAT: What’s the Difference?
University of Bridgeport (UB) is proud to announce another year of remarkable success for the fall 2023 semester. Building on the momentum from fall 2022, which saw UB’s first enrollment increase in five years, UB has seen continued growth in … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Builds on Momentum, Announces Enrollment Increase for Second Straight Year
Students often have a lot of worries in the months and weeks leading up to starting at a new school, whether they are joining as a freshman or coming in as a transfer student. Anxieties about getting lost can be … Continue reading How to Make Friends as A College Freshman
