Bridgewater College offices will be closed starting at noon on Friday, December 20 through Wednesday, January 1 for the holiday season. Campus offices will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 2.

For those wishing to make a contribution to the College in this tax year, gifts can be made at bridgewater.edu/give or by mail to Bridgewater College, Box 33, 402 East College Street, Bridgewater VA 22812. Credit card gifts must be completed on or before December 31, 2024, to be counted as a 2024 gift. Checks must be postmarked on or before December 31, 2024. Please call 540-828-5448 with any questions, and we will return your call as soon as possible.

For any campus-related emergencies during the break, please call campus police and safety at 540-578-0652. Best wishes for a happy and safe holiday season!
Burzumato and Hamilton working together on their summer research project in the John Kenny Forrer Learning Commons.
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Connect to a bright future

You’re taking a big step. Going from high school to college will be one of the most exciting—and challenging–times of your life. You’ll take on more responsibility. Confront new ways of thinking. Explore career options. Look forward to a bright future.

We want you to succeed. From the moment you become part of the Bridgewater community, you’ll have access to a strong network of student services. These can help you:

  • Select an academic major that matches your interests and abilities
  • Connect academic pursuits to career goals
  • Develop decision-making skills
  • Learn to manage your time
  • Become organized
  • Improve memory
  • Sharpen study skills
  • Navigate research materials
  • Overcome disabilities or learning differences
  • Understand and appreciate diversity
  • Stay safe on campus
  • Manage stress
  • Prepare for a career

We’ll help you get the most out of Bridgewater’s liberal arts academic program through reflection, personal assessment and goal setting. We offer all the tools you need to discover who you want to be.