Bridgewater State University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
At Bridgewater State, the 87.8% acceptance rate means your main strategy is showing steady grades and a clear academic direction. Some listed merit awards use GPA thresholds, so keep your transcript front and center. If you submit scores, aim near the top of the range: about a 1220 SAT or 30 ACT.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Bridgewater State University facts and stats
Bridgewater State University enrolls about 8,270 undergraduate students in a suburban campus setting. Bridgewater State has a freshman retention rate of 75%, which is above the national average of roughly 70%, and its 6-year graduation rate is 53%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 17:1.
Bridgewater, MA
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Key Bridgewater State University application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
February 15
Early Action
November 17
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
February 15
Financial Aid Priority
December 15
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Bridgewater State, aim to take your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and fall senior year for retakes to improve a superscore. For the November 17 Early Action deadline, plan on October as your last fall retake window so scores have time to arrive.
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What you'll actually pay
Bridgewater State is a public university with in-state tuition of $1,368 and out-of-state tuition of $10,584. About 61% of students receive aid, and the average merit award is $5,880. Submit the FAFSA by the December 15 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.
Bridgewater State’s out-of-state tuition is $10,584, compared with $1,368 for in-state students, and room and board is $13,346. About 61% of students receive aid, with an average package of $13,798. Merit aid can help further, with an average merit award of $5,880. Students graduate with an average debt of $35,933.
Student life at Bridgewater State University
45% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Priority
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus. 4% of men join fraternities, and 2% of women join sororities.
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