Bridgewater College
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Average High School GPA: 3.5
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 970-1190
ACT Range: 19-26
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 1,400
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: Church of the Brethren
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $39,800
Out-of-State Tuition: $39,800
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Bridgewater, Virginia
Setting: Rural
U.S. Region: Southeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 35°F (2°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 76°F (24°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 41 inches (1,040 mm)
Nearest Airport: Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (SHD) — Approximately 10 miles (15-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @bridgewatercollege
Swim team instagram: @bcswimming
Twitter: @bridgewater College
Facebook: @bridgewater College
LinkedIn: @bridgewater College
YouTube: BridgewaterCollege
TikTok: N/A
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University Athletics
NCAA Division III
Old Dominion Athletic Conference
Nickname: Eagles
Mascot: Ernie the Eagle
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Mona Plummer Aquatic Complex
Head Coach: Herbie Behm
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #6
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #1 in Big XII
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #19
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #1 in Big XII
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U.S. News College Rankings
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Forbes Top Colleges
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: C+
Academics: C+
Diversity: A-
Athletics: B-
Professors: C+
Dorms: C
Student Life: C+
Value: B
Campus: C
Party Scene: C-
Location: B
Campus Food: C-
Safety: B
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: NR
Best College for Athletics in America: NR
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