Bridgewater College
Bridgewater College is a private liberal arts college located in Bridgewater. Founded in 1880 and affiliated with the Church of the Brethren, the college is known for its student-focused education, small class sizes, leadership opportunities, and strong community engagement. The institution offers more than 60 undergraduate majors and minors along with selected graduate programs, emphasizing experiential learning, internships, undergraduate research, and study abroad opportunities.
The college maintains a supportive academic environment with a student-faculty ratio of approximately 12:1, allowing students to receive personalized mentorship from professors. Popular academic areas at Bridgewater College include Business Administration, Education, Psychology, Biology, Computer Science, and Health Sciences. The college is also recognized for encouraging leadership development and civic responsibility among students.
Rankings and Recognition
Bridgewater College has earned recognition from several educational ranking organizations for academic quality, student support, and value.
- Ranked among the top Regional Colleges in the South by U.S. News & World Report.
- Recognized as a “College of Distinction” for academic excellence and student engagement during the 2024–2025 academic year.
- Listed by The Princeton Review as a college providing high-quality education and strong student experiences.
- Ranked #843 nationally by EDsmart among U.S. colleges and universities.
- Ranked among the top colleges in the Southeast region by CollegeRaptor.
