Bridgewater College
About
Bridgewater College, located in Virginia's scenic Shenandoah Valley, is a private liberal arts institution best known for its supportive, relationship-driven community and a historic Church of the Brethren heritage that fosters ethical leadership and social responsibility. The college features robust academic offerings with particular strength in business administration, biology and pre-professional health sciences, and teacher education, all emphasizing collaborative undergraduate research and practical application. On campus, students enjoy a vibrant, close-knit culture centered around active participation in over 60 student organizations, a strong tradition of community service, and competitive NCAA Division III athletics. What truly sets Bridgewater apart is its commitment to personal mentorship and its distinctive "Bridgewater Experience," which guarantees that every student participates in high-impact experiential learning—such as internships, study abroad, or hands-on research—before graduation.
Wikipedia:Bridgewater College is a private liberal-arts college in Bridgewater, Virginia. Established in 1880, Bridgewater College admitted both men and women from the time of its founding and was the first four-year liberal arts college in Virginia to do so. Approximately 1,800 students are enrolled.
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Bridgewater College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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