Is University of Bridgeport worth it?
University of Bridgeport is a private nonprofit, four-year institution in Bridgeport, Connecticut (midsize city). It awarded 1,507 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in computer science, registered nursing and management science.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$46,639
Median earnings 4 years after
$60,311
Median earnings 10 years after
$50,323
Average net price
$27,807
Completion rate
41%
Completions (2024)
1,507
Years to pay back
1.8 years
Students (undergrad)
1,534
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $89,752 | $123,148 | 118 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's | $49,952 | $57,992 | 105 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $43,743 | $56,700 | 78 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Master's | $126,904 | $148,416 | 66 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $66,968 | $88,084 | 66 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $33,392 | $55,958 | 56 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Bachelor's | $65,025 | $74,822 | 44 |
| Design and Applied Arts | Bachelor's | $31,207 | $47,973 | 43 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | Master's | $52,549 | $68,887 | 35 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | Bachelor's | $30,325 | $53,404 | 31 |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services | Master's | $54,775 | $61,710 | 28 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $29,284 | $49,978 | 24 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Master's | $68,774 | $70,430 | 20 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $20,654 | N/A | 18 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | Master's | $82,218 | N/A | 17 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | Master's | 447 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 128 |
| Management Science | Master's | 94 |
| Human Nutrition | Master's | 76 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 65 |
| Chiropractic | Doctoral professional practice | 42 |
| Public Health, General | Master's | 40 |
| Physician Associate/Assistant | Master's | 38 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | Bachelor's | 36 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 34 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 30% | 2,655 |
| Educational Services | 19% | 1,695 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 14% | 1,273 |
| Retail Trade | 5% | 486 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 480 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 460 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 323 |
| Public Administration | 3% | 280 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Bridgeport. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Connecticut. Counts under 10 are not published.
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