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Overview - University of Bridgeport

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The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Bridgeport</strong><br />

Opening doors. Building futures.<br />

Founded in 1927, the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Bridgeport</strong> is well<br />

known for its diversity. In a typical year, the student<br />

body consists <strong>of</strong> learners from 35 states and 80 countries.<br />

The faculty also is diverse. This unique group <strong>of</strong> people<br />

is drawn together by shared commitments: an emphasis<br />

on pr<strong>of</strong>essional development, career readiness for the<br />

twenty-first century, a supportive and challenging<br />

learning environment, and innovation and solutionseeking.<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers more than 125<br />

career-oriented programs, many <strong>of</strong> which benefit<br />

from industry connections unique to the region.<br />

Student Pr<strong>of</strong>ile<br />

Enrollment 4,805<br />

Male 39% Undergraduate 52%<br />

Female 61% Graduate 48%<br />

Student/faculty ratio 16:1<br />

Average class size 17<br />

Student Life<br />

Student Clubs and Organizations 45<br />

Varsity Sports (NCAA Division II) 13<br />

Nickname Purple Knights<br />

School Colors Purple and White<br />

Schools and Colleges<br />

School <strong>of</strong> Arts and Sciences<br />

School <strong>of</strong> Business<br />

School <strong>of</strong> Continuing and Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Studies<br />

School <strong>of</strong> Education<br />

School <strong>of</strong> Engineering<br />

International College<br />

Shintaro Akatsu School <strong>of</strong> Design<br />

Acupuncture Institute<br />

College <strong>of</strong> Chiropractic<br />

College <strong>of</strong> Naturopathic Medicine<br />

Fones School <strong>of</strong> Dental Hygiene<br />

Nutrition Institute<br />

Physician Assistant Institute<br />

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