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Bridgewater College Women's Swimming and Diving

Bridgewater College (BC) · Bridgewater, Virginia · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate92%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate53%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,448Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Bridgewater College Women's Swimming and Diving coaches

Coaches at Bridgewater College who recruit Women's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.

Athletics

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
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1020–1360
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–28

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Popular majors

BiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralComputer ScienceData Science, GeneralDigital Arts
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
53% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$15,000
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$19,660
Campus

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
Overview

About Bridgewater College Women's Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Gwynn Harrison, the Head Swimming Coach, leads the Bridgewater College Women's Swimming and Diving staff of 2 coaches. Bridgewater College (BC) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Swimming and Diving 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.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Bridgewater College Women's Swimming and Diving

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Gwynn Harrison, the Head Swimming Coach and Ethan Coleman, the Assistant Swimming Coach. Bridgewater College has 2 coaches for Women's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Gwynn can watch without scrolling.
  4. 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.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Bridgewater College staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Questions

Bridgewater College Women's Swimming and Diving 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 Swimming and Diving, 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 Swimming and Diving in?

The Old Dominion Athletic Conference.

Does Bridgewater College offer athletic scholarships for Women's Swimming and Diving?

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 Swimming and Diving have?

2 coaches, led by Gwynn Harrison, the Head Swimming Coach.

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 Swimming and Diving coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.