Admissions & Aid
Online Admissions
Pioneering online education since 1997. Accelerated 8-week courses, six start dates each year, and dedicated one-on-one academic advisors to help you balance school, work, and life.
Higher education built around your life
Career-advancing programs in high-demand fields
Accredited online curricula delivered by experienced faculty with interactive coursework and personal mentorship.
Active learning, real faculty, and individualized support
Online learning at University of Bridgeport is never an isolated experience. You engage directly with the same expert faculty who teach on campus, collaborate with motivated peers from across the country, and benefit from personalized academic advising from your first day through graduation. Through the Heckman Learning Commons, online students access 24/7 online tutoring, writing consultations, digital library databases, and professional career coaching.
Three steps to start your online degree
Submit your free online application
Complete our online application in under 15 minutes. There is no fee to apply and no standardized test scores (GRE/GMAT/SAT) required.
Provide transcripts for credit review
Upload unofficial college transcripts for an immediate preliminary credit review, followed by official records sent directly to admissions.
Meet your advisor and enroll
Work with your dedicated advisor to select your upcoming 8-week module, finalize financial aid, and register for courses.
Terms, tuition, and financial assistance
Transparent tuition rates, accelerated scheduling, and comprehensive financial aid options designed for working adults.
Six Accelerated Term Intakes
Classes run in two 8-week sessions each semester: Fall 1 and 2, Spring 1 and 2, and Summer 1 and 2. Start whenever you are ready.
Academic calendar →Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA)
Online students enrolled at least half-time are eligible for federal student loans and Pell grants. Use UB school code 001416.
Financial aid guide →Employer Tuition Assistance
Many employers offer tuition reimbursement. UB works directly with corporate partner billing to make your educational benefits easy to manage.
Tuition and payment options →Military & Veteran Benefits
UB proudly participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program and honors GI Bill benefits for active-duty military, veterans, and their dependents.
Veteran education benefits →Transfer Credit Evaluation
Undergraduates can transfer up to 90 credits from accredited four-year colleges or 66 credits from community colleges toward their bachelor’s degree.
Transfer credit policy →Online Admissions Team
Have questions about prerequisites, credit evaluations, or course schedules? Call our online admissions specialists at 203-576-4552.
Email online admissions →Advance your career on your schedule
Apply in 15 minutes with no application fee, or connect with our online admissions advisors to plan your degree timeline.