Fairfield, CT · Bridgeport, CT · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Sacred Heart University | University of Bridgeport | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 67.7% | 64.3% |
| In-State Tuition | $48,460 | $35,760 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $48,460 | $35,760 |
| Average Net Price | $27,962 | $9,768 |
| Graduation Rate | 74.0% | 48.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Sacred Heart University accepts 67.7% of applicants. University of Bridgeport accepts 64.3%. Sacred Heart University's tuition is $48,460. University of Bridgeport's is $35,760. University of Bridgeport is cheaper. Sacred Heart University graduates 74% of students in 6 years. University of Bridgeport graduates 48%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of Bridgeport. It accepts 64.3% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Bridgeport has lower published tuition: $35,760 versus $48,460. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Sacred Heart University: 74% of students finish in 6 years. University of Bridgeport is at 48%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.