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University of Bridgeport USA International Student Athletic Scholarships

The University of Bridgeport (UB) USA is offering international student athletic scholarships worth $32,000 for Africans and other nationalities.

Provider
Various
Host country
USA
Region
Americas

About this scholarship

![University of Bridgeport USA International Student Athletic Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Athletic-Scholarships-for-Africans.jpg) [starportillo](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/author/beyondstellar/) [July 6, 2021August 2, 2021](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/2021/07/06/) The University of Bridgeport (UB) USA is offering international student athletic scholarships worth $32,000 for Africans and other nationalities who are first-time applicants to the institution. ### **More Details About the International Student Athletic Scholarships** It should be noted that the amount awarded varies based on the student’s ability and the amount of funding available. For more information about the allocation of the said funding, interested international students should contact the Bridgeport Athletic Department. Again, the total amount awarded for this scholarship is $32,000. Consequently, the number of athletic scholarship recipients would therefore be dependent on the declared amount which would be split evenly. **The application deadline for the international athletic scholarship is on July 15, 2021.** ### **Why Study at the University of Bridgeport?** The University of Bridgeport is an acclaimed and leading university in Connecticut, USA. It is lauded for its flexible degree options and career-oriented programs, on top of a premier faculty. Moreover, the institution offers both online and on-campus programs. UB recognizes that education is a right, not a privilege. Because of this, the university has made it a point to create affordable payment options for its students. Currently, UB also offers three special opportunities for incoming international undergraduate students to receive academic scholarships to help them pay for their studies. These are made possible through: - Partial scholarship awarded by the University of Bridgeport Awarded to incoming undergraduate international students based upon academic merit - Academic scholarships are available to first year applicants seeking an associate or a bachelor degree. - Academic scholarships range from $5,000 to $20,000 per academic year, and are based on academic excellence and English proficiency. ### **How to Apply for the Opportunity** Interested international students must have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher. In addition, application requirements for the University of Bridgeport Athletic Scholarship for International Students include the following: - Application form - Official Transcript - SAT/TOEFL score - Recommendation letter (2) Aspiring scholars must demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, leadership qualities, and community involvement. In turn, recipients are required to live in a university dormitory and participate in a university meal plan. Once qualified, the applicants will be notified by mail. Due to the large applicant pool, the university regrets that it cannot respond to the many emails, faxes, or phone calls regarding the scholarship. For more information about the opportunity, you may visit the [University of Bridgeport’s official scholarship webpage](https://www.bridgeport.edu/admissions/international/scholarships). * * * _brought to you by Scholarships for Africans_ [**Scholarships for Africans**](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/) is a premier scholarship information blog committed to bringing more opportunities for Africans globally. They are part of the African Scholar Initiative, powered by Scholarship Hippo. 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Eligibility criteria

Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.

  • Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
  • Currently applying to or enrolled at the Undergraduate level
  • Willing to study in USA
  • Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
  • English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
  • Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential

Required documents

A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.

  • Valid international passport (bio page scan)
  • Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
  • Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
  • Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
  • Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
  • Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
  • Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
  • Standardised test scores where required (SAT or ACT for many U.S. universities)
  • Secondary-school leaving certificate (WAEC, KCSE, NSC, EGSECE or equivalent)
  • Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders

Deadline timeline

The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.

  1. 12 months out

    Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.

  2. 6 months out

    Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.

  3. 3 months out

    Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.

  4. 1 month out

    Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.

  5. Application deadline

    Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the University of Bridgeport USA International Student Athletic Scholarships?+

Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Undergraduate level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to USA for the duration of the programme.

Is the University of Bridgeport USA International Student Athletic Scholarships fully funded?+

Funding model: Partial. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.

When is the application deadline?+

The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.

What documents do I need to apply?+

At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.

How can I improve my chance of winning?+

Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.