Bridgeport International Academy
Tel: (203)334-3434
- Bridgeport International Academy (BIA) is a private, nonsectarian, college preparatory, boarding and day high school with an international student body and faculty.
- Located adjacent to the seaside campus of the University of Bridgeport, the Academy offers a strong college preparatory curriculum for grades 9 through 12, with the opportunity for students to take college courses and use university facilities.
- The three pillars that form BIA`s identity, mission, values, and climate are academic excellence, moral development, and a global perspective. (http://www.bridgeportinternationalacademy.org/images/stories/PDFs/profile.pdf).
Quick Stats
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 70 students
- Yearly Tuition: $41,900
- Acceptance rate: 65%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / May. 1 / rolling
School News
School Overview
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | New England Association of Schools and Colleges |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1997 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 70 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 60% State avg.: 22% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 15 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 70% |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Average SAT score | 1150 |
| Average ACT score | 25 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Uniform: Polo shirt & khaki pants) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 1 / May. 1 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $41,900 |
| Tuition Notes | International boarding student rate: 41,900 Domestic day student rate: contact school |
| Acceptance Rate | 65% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Dr. Frank LaGrotteria |
| Admissions Associate | Dr. Frederick Swarts |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 5 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Anime Club, Drama Club, Enrichment Program, National Honor Society, Student Council |
School Notes
BIA is an independent college preparatory high school located
adjacent to the University of Bridgeport with opportunities to take
college courses, use college facilities, and study with faculty and
students from throughout the world. The Academy is committed to
academic excellence, moral development, and advancement fo
international, intercultural, interracial,a nd inter-religous
understanding. BIA is located approximately one hour outside New
York City. Bordering Long Island Sound, BIA's location is adjacent
to Seaside Park. Students are able to use the facilities of the
University of Bridgeport, including the arts center, gymnasium,
recreation center, cafeteria, and library.
BIA is fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), the nation`s oldest accrediting body for public and independent schools, colleges and universities. BIA also has state approval as a nonpublic school by the State of Connecticut. In addition, the Academy has approval from the Department of Homeland Security of the U.S. government to issue I-20 forms in order for international students to obtain F-1 non-immigrant, student visas.
BIA has a diverse, coed student body with students from throughout the world and various states in the United States, as well as from the Bridgeport, CT area. In any given year, between one-third and 45 percent of the student body attends from nations outside the US. In the past two years, students have attended BIA from 15 countries in Asia, Australia, Africa, Europe, the Caribbean, Central America, Middle East, and South America.
BIA is fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), the nation`s oldest accrediting body for public and independent schools, colleges and universities. BIA also has state approval as a nonpublic school by the State of Connecticut. In addition, the Academy has approval from the Department of Homeland Security of the U.S. government to issue I-20 forms in order for international students to obtain F-1 non-immigrant, student visas.
BIA has a diverse, coed student body with students from throughout the world and various states in the United States, as well as from the Bridgeport, CT area. In any given year, between one-third and 45 percent of the student body attends from nations outside the US. In the past two years, students have attended BIA from 15 countries in Asia, Australia, Africa, Europe, the Caribbean, Central America, Middle East, and South America.
- College preparatory high school
- Academic excellence
- Experience a global community in high school
- Faculty and students from nearly every continent of the world
- Access to university facilities and courses
- Opportunity to take college courses while in high school
- Character education and community service
- Seeks to instill in each student respect for others, inter-cultural understanding, and responsibility for the environment
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School Reviews
| 5 7/24/2015 My daughter is the 10th grade in the school. She became much happier and looks brighter than the time she used to be in a public school. She talks about her friends all the time, and more focused on her studies. She developed a good study habit. They offer safe and good academic atmosphere. - Posted by Parent - sigma |
| 5 7/24/2015 My son attended BIA for the 11th and 12th grades. He had been in what was considered to be a very good public school in Pennsylvania, but BIA proved to be a much better school in several respects. For one, he completed four college courses while at BIA (Arabic I and II, Psychology, English) and had access to the university facilities, including their cafeteria, gym, and library. The arts at BIA proved to be exceptional, and he got to perform in two plays, which were presented at the big and well-equipped Mertens Theatre on the university. The he got into an Ivy League school, which was not even a dream when he was in the public school (and the school accepted all of his college credits from when he was in high school). Beyond this, the environment was great, with wonderful kids and a very safe environment. Highly recommend this school. - Posted by Parent - fswar |
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