The University of Bridgeport was founded in 1927 as the Junior College of Connecticut – the first junior college chartered by any legislature in the northeastern states. In the words of its founders, the college’s purpose was to develop in students “a point of view and a habit of mind that promotes clear thinking and sound judgment in later professional and business experience.” Although UB has changed in many ways since then, its commitment to student preparation and community service remains central to its mission.
The Junior College of Connecticut became the University of Bridgeport in 1947, when the governor of Connecticut chartered the institution as a four-year university with authority to grant the baccalaureate degree. By that time, the former estate of famed circus owner P.T. Barnum at Bridgeport’s picturesque Seaside Park had been purchased. Growth in students, faculty, programs and buildings was rapid. Strong growth continued throughout the 1960s and ’70s.
In January 1979, the University was licensed to offer the doctoral degree in Educational Leadership (Ed.D.). In 1991 the College of Chiropractic was established, thereby becoming the first affiliation of a chiropractic school with a university in the United States. Significant financial support from the Professors World Peace Academy (PWPA), a non-profit organization of academicians dedicated to world peace through education, enabled the University of Bridgeport to continue its programs in the aftermath of great challenges for both the University and the City of Bridgeport. In 1996 the University established the College of Naturopathic Medicine, which grants the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (N.D.). In fall 2006, the University began enrolling students in a Ph.D. program in Computer Science and Engineering.
UB Today
The University maintains its primary commitments and holds fast to its values. Academic programs are offered through twelve schools, colleges and institutes. Concern for student development and support predominate. A career-oriented focus in academic programs is complemented at the undergraduate level with a state-of-the-art core curriculum that helps students secure competencies for lifelong learning and knowledge about our world. The graduate, professional and health sciences programs offer career-oriented master’s and doctoral degrees.
Co-operative education opportunities, accelerated learning (through the University’s IDEAL Program), commitment to teaching and a strong tradition of “students first” are a few of the reasons over 5,300 students are enrolled at the University.
Mission
The University of Bridgeport offers career-oriented undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees and programs for people seeking personal and professional growth. The University promotes academic excellence, personal responsibility and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world. The University is independent and non-sectarian.
Accounting
Biology
Business Administration
Business Administration
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Criminal Justice and Human Security
Dental Hygiene
Dental Hygiene
Electrical Engineering
English
English
Fashion Merchandising
Finance
General Studies
• Business
• Humanities
• Natural Sciences and Mathematics
• Science, Engineering, or Computer-Related Fields
• Social Sciences
Graphic Design
Health Sciences
• Community Health Education
• Exercise and Fitness
• Nutrition
• Pre-Pharmacy
Human Services
Industrial Design
Interior Design
International Business
International Political Economy and Diplomacy
Literature and Civilization
• Creative Writing
• English
• History
• Philosophy
Management & Industrial Relations
Marketing
Martial Arts Studies
Mass Communication
• Advertising
• International Communication
•Communication Studies
• Fashion Journalism
• Journalism
• Sports Communication
• Public Relations
Mathematics
Medical Laboratory Science
Music
• Music Business
• Music Education
• Music Performance
Psychology
Religion and Politics
• Criminal Justice
• History
• International Studies
• Political Science
• Pre-Law
• Psychology
Undergraduate:
IELTS – 6.0
TOEFL – 61
Graduate:
IELTS – 6.5
TOEFL – 80
Scholarships are available based on merit.
2013/2014 Undergraduate Price - $42 000
2013/2014 Graduate Price - $28 000
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