University of Bridgeport

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The University of Bridgeport is a private nonsectarian institution that serves more than 5,000 students on campus and online each year. UB launched its first online degree -- a master of science in human nutrition -- in 1997. UB's online and hybrid catalog now includes eleven other programs, including five bachelor's degrees, four master's degrees, and two doctoral degrees in educational leadership and health sciences. The school also features a bachelor of science in dental hygiene. Offered by the world's first-established school of dental hygiene, this program accepts up to 90 transfer credits and prepares licensed dental hygienists for advanced career opportunities in as little as two years. Specific admission procedures and requirements vary for undergraduates and graduates, but all applicants must submit relevant transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a $25-$50 fee. do -- include healthcare, business, and computer systems. Software developers and registered nurses rank among the top 10 occupations as measured by job ads, while half of the top 10 employers placing job ads in the state are healthcare companies like UC Health. While finding the right school can be a challenge, these rankings review some of the best online colleges in Colorado. Our guide outlines each accredited school’s campuses, online program offerings, and admissions criteria to help you find an online program that meets your budget, schedule, and career goals.

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Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight

66% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.

Retention Rate Insight

87% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.

Graduation Rate Insight

73% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores:	Not required or recommended	High school transcript:	Required
High school rank:	Recommended	Letter of recommendation:	Required
High school GPA:	Required	Open admission:	No
Completion of college prep program:	Recommended	Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL):

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment: Yes

Advance placement (AP) credits: Yes

Credit for qualified life experience*:

ⓘ *This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.

Learning Environment

Students enrolledOnline student enrollmentStudent to faculty ratio

68%

Online student enrollmentStudent to faculty ratio

14:1

Student to faculty ratio

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.

#	Programs	BA	MA	Doc
1	Biological And Biomedical Sciences	✔	✔	✕
2	Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services	✔	✔	✔
3	Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs	✔	✔	✕
4	Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services	✔	✔	✕
5	Education	✕	✔	✕
6	English Language And Literature/Letters	✔	✕	✕
7	Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics	✔	✕	✕
8	Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences	✔	✔	✔
9	Health Professions And Related Programs	✔	✔	✔
10	History	✔	✕	✕
11	History	✔	✕	✕
12	Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services	✔	✔	✕
13	Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities	✔	✕	✕
14	Mathematics And Statistics	✔	✔	✕
15	Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	✔	✕	✕
16	Philosophy And Religious Studies	✔	✕	✕
17	Physical Sciences	✔	✔	✕
18	Psychology	✔	✔	✕
19	Public Administration And Social Service Professions	✔	✔	✕
20	Security And Protective Services	✔	✔	✕
21	Social Sciences	✔	✕	✕
22	Visual And Performing Arts	✔	✔	✕