What does it cost to attend Bridgewater State University?
We’re here to show you how to make attending college a reality.
- Review the total cost to attend, but keep in mind that because 85% of our undergraduate students receive some type of financial assistance, they do not pay the full amount. They pay less.
- See the real-life examples of how need and merit-based aid can significantly lower the cost of attendance.
- Learn how students may earn a complete return on their investment at BSU in 37 months, according to The Wall Street Journal, which named Bridgewater a Best College in America for the third year in a row.
Direct Cost of Attending
Tuition & Fees 2025-2026
For full-time students (12–17 credits per semester)
Massachusetts residents $12,194 per year
Out-of-state residents $18,334 per year
Room & Board
Average cost for first-year students residing on campus $15,805 per year
The cost varies based on residence hall and meal plan.
Total Costs for Full-Time Students
| On Campus | Commuter | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts resident | $27,999 | $12,194 |
| Out-of-state resident | $34,149 | $18,344 |
Value
The Wall Street Journal calculates that BSU graduates add an average of $26,166 to their salary because of attending Bridgewater, whereas the average net price of attending BSU is only $17,970. As a result, BSU graduates get a complete return on their investment in 37 months on average.
Is a BSU degree worth it, you ask? We’ve always known the answer was yes, but now we can quantify it based on this ranking.
85%
of undergraduates receive scholarships and/or financial aid
$5M
merit scholarships awarded to first-year students