Bridgewater College has led the way for more than 125 years developing leaders in fields such as business, industry, medicine, law, communications and education. Bridgewater was founded in 1880 as the first coeducational college in Virginia and has had its character shaped by two major influences -- the University of Virginia and the Church of the Brethren, with which Bridgewater is affiliated.
Academically, Bridgewater offers a breadth of intellectual experiences while allowing for proficiency in specific disciplines. As a liberal arts college, Bridgewater prepares students to gain a comprehensive appreciation for the social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences. A liberal arts education equips students with essential skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, analytical processing, communication and organization -- skills they need to succeed in all areas of life.
Bridgewater is committed to developing the whole person. We've created a liberal arts curriculum that helps students gain as complete a self-understanding as possible. Our students discover how they think while exploring new ways of thinking. Life at Bridgewater is as much about learning as it is about transformation.
Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley within the community of Bridgewater (population 5,203), the College offers a quiet, safe and charming environment in which to learn. Situated between the Allegheny and Blue Ridge Mountains near the city of Harrisonburg (population 41,170), students are surrounded by historical attractions including famous caverns and significant Civil War battlefields, and in an area known for its local artisans, music festivals, resorts, museums and dining.
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Fast Facts about Bridgewater College
- Founded: 1880 as the first coeducational college in Virginia.
- Affiliation: Church of the Brethren.
- Location: In the town of Bridgewater (population 5,203) in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, eight miles from the city of Harrisonburg.
- Students: Approximately 1500 men and women mainly from Virginia and the mid-Atlantic states; 25 other states and eight countries represented.
- Faculty: 96 full-time faculty members.
- Student-faculty ratio: 14 to 1.
- Activities: More than 70 campus organizations, including campus radio, student government, campus plays, pep band, dance team, cheer leading, student recitals, films, art exhibits, visiting scholars, comedians, and concerts by the college choirs, symphonic band, and jazz band. Students sometimes drive to Richmond, Charlottesville, and Washington, D.C. for museums, ballet, opera, musical concerts, movies, and other cultural and entertainment opportunities.
- Athletics: 21 intercollegiate teams; member of the NCAA Division III and Old Dominion Athletic Conference; a wide variety of intramural sports and sports clubs.
- Alumni: Approximately 15,000.
- Scholarships: Our Achievement in a Community of Excellence (ACE) Awards provide grants to students with strong academic achievement. ACE Awards are automatically renewed if the student maintains satisfactory academic achievement.
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