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University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, Connecticut · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 126 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604 · Phone: (203) 576-4000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
University of Bridgeport is a private non-profit school in Bridgeport, CT offering dental hygiene programs, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education among others.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $25,750 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $50,323; completion rate versus the state average is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for University of Bridgeport; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 53.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental hygienists | $87,190 | $100,690 | $103,380 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Connecticut (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 36 | not reported | not reported | $20,972 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
University of Bridgeport is a private non-profit university located in Bridgeport, Connecticut, that participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV). It holds accreditation from several bodies, including the New England Commission of Higher Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council on Chiropractic Education, and the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. Among its trade-oriented offerings tracked in federal data, the campus is most associated with dental hygiene programs, which produced 36 completers.
Federal outcomes data provides some but not all figures for this campus. The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average is not reported, though the state average completion rate is listed at 71.5%. Median debt for graduates is reported at $25,750, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $50,323. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 53.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment among the undergraduate population of 1,534.
This campus setting, in a midsize city, and its dental hygiene program suggest a fit for students seeking a credentialed allied-health pathway rather than a short certificate program, though exact program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers and adult learners considering this path should verify current accreditation status, tuition, and outcomes directly with the school by phone or through its website, and can review official federal statistics through the College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
University of Bridgeport's tracked trade program is dental hygiene, which had 36 completers in the reporting period. No other trade program families are listed for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. It holds accreditation from the New England Commission of Higher Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council on Chiropractic Education, and the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants. About 53.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 71.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates of this campus is $25,750, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry for graduates are reported at $50,323.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (203) 576-4000 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
University of Bridgeport is a private non-profit institution, which typically means it reinvests revenue into the school rather than distributing profits, though this does not guarantee lower cost or better outcomes.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school for details on the dental hygiene program's schedule and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status with the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data directly through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?128744.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The dental hygiene program and midsize-city setting may suit career changers seeking an allied-health credential, but specific program length and schedule flexibility are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach University of Bridgeport at (203) 576-4000 or through its website at https://www.bridgeport.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data provided here does not include comparisons to other nearby schools; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions offering dental hygiene programs.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.