Bridgewater College is a private liberal arts university located in Bridgewater, Virginia. Founded in 1880, it operates independently and is not funded by state or federal governments. The college offers undergraduate programs and emphasizes a personalized education with small class sizes.
As a private institution, Bridgewater relies on tuition, donations, and endowments rather than public funding. It is affiliated with the Church of the Brethren but welcomes students of all faiths. The college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), ensuring academic quality and institutional integrity.
