Bridgewater College Women's Equestrian
Bridgewater College (BC) · Bridgewater, Virginia · Private nonprofit university
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Coaches at Bridgewater College who recruit Women's Equestrian, head coach first.
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The program
Where Bridgewater College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Old Dominion Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- bridgewatereagles.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 53% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Bridgewater College in Bridgewater.
- Location
- Bridgewater, Virginia
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Church of Brethren
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- bridgewater.edu
About Bridgewater College Women's Equestrian
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Beth Howard, the Co-Head Coach of NCEA Riding, leads the Bridgewater College Women's Equestrian staff of 2 coaches, verified June 2026. Bridgewater College (BC) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Equestrian as a member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. Bridgewater College is a small private school in Bridgewater, Virginia with 1,448 undergraduates, a 92% acceptance rate and an average net price of $19,660 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Bridgewater College Women's Equestrian
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Beth Howard, the Co-Head Coach of NCEA Riding and Luanne Leonard, the Co-Head Coach of NCEA Riding. Bridgewater College has 2 coaches for Women's Equestrian, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your discipline (hunt seat, western or jumping), show record and highest fences or patterns in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude recent rounds on different horses, with the link near the top so Beth can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Bridgewater College typically score 1020–1360 on the SAT and 22 – 28 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Bridgewater College staff after a week, and again after your next show with updated results.
Bridgewater College Women's Equestrian FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Bridgewater College D3?
Yes. Bridgewater College competes in NCAA Division III Women's Equestrian, in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference.
Is Bridgewater College public or private?
Bridgewater College is a private nonprofit school in Bridgewater, Virginia.
What conference is Bridgewater College Women's Equestrian in?
The Old Dominion Athletic Conference.
Does Bridgewater College offer athletic scholarships for Women's Equestrian?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Bridgewater College Women's Equestrian have?
2 coaches, led by Beth Howard, the Co-Head Coach of NCEA Riding.
How much does Bridgewater College cost?
In-state tuition is $15,000 and out-of-state tuition is $15,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,660.
What is the Bridgewater College acceptance rate?
92% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Bridgewater College?
Admitted students typically score 1020–1360 on the SAT and 22 – 28 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Bridgewater College Women's Equestrian coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.