The University of Bridgeport

At the University of Bridgeport, we are truly a reflecting pool of the world. Founded in 1927, we are a private, non-sectarian university. We are located in the state of Connecticut, just 1.5 hours away from New York City. Our close proximity to the largest financial center in the world gives our International students access to plentiful job opportunities including internships in New York.

With approximately 20% of our student population being comprised of International Students, we have been recognized as being among the Top 10 Most Diverse Schools in the country. At UB, our global character creates an environment where you can learn and live in an international environment that is reflective of the real world in the 21st century.

Our highly-regarded and diverse faculty come from some of the most prestigious academic and professional backgrounds. Giving you personal attention both in and out of the classroom, your professors will quickly become not only your instructors but your lifelong professional mentors.

Scholarship

The University of Bridgeport understands the importance of affordability when pursuing an education. UB offers special opportunities for incoming international students to receive academic scholarships to help them pay for their studies.

General Academic Scholarships

  • Partial scholarship awarded by the University of Bridgeport
  • Awarded to incoming undergraduate international students based upon academic merit
  • No separate application required

Academic scholarships are available to first year applicants seeking an associate or a bachelor degree. All awards are renewable yearly based on satisfactory academic achievement and good standing at the University of Bridgeport. All incoming undergraduate international students are automatically considered for these scholarship awards once all application materials have been received.

Academic scholarships range from $5,000 to $20,000 per academic year, and are based on academic excellence and English proficiency. No separate application form is required to be considered for these scholarships.

Undergraduate transfer students who have earned 12 or more credits at another college or university are eligible for academic scholarships as well. These scholarships range between $10,000 and $18,000 and are based on your previous performance in higher education.

International undergraduate students who wish to apply for an athletic scholarship must take the SAT Examination.

Scholarship Opportunities for International Graduate Students

We are very pleased to announce that the University of Bridgeport offers an international graduate scholarship program for incoming international graduate students. There are three amounts awarded:

  • $3,000
  • $4,000
  • $5,000

These awards are based on the student’s academic achievement and test scores.

 

Programs

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