About the school

The University of Bridgeport - Ernest C. Trefz School of Business was established in 1927 in Connecticut. Previously known as University of Bridgeport’s School of Business, it was renamed in 2013 to carry the name of Ernest C. Trefz, a local businessman and long-standing university boardman. The School of Business offers three graduate degree programmes: MBA, MS in Finance, and Analytics MS. The university has become one of the most diverse universities in the country. With high-quality education and innovative teachings, the School of Business enhances critical thinking through applied learning and developing necessary skills as required by the students.

The Trefz School of Business has been accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programmes (ACBSP) Baccalaureate/Graduate Degree Board of Commissioners. The University of Bridgeton also received its Certificate of Reaffirmation of Accreditation in Anaheim, California, at ACBSP Conference 2017.

Where is the school located?

The University of Bridgeport is a small 60-acre campus located in Connecticut and is close to New York City, reachable within 1.5 hours, and Boston within 2.5 hours.

Life at School of Business

Located at the seaside of Connecticut, the campus has been ranked as one of safest colleges due to its extensive safety measures. Students also benefit from a variety of organisations, clubs, and activities offered by the university. The extracurricular activities range from intramural sports and recreation to fitness and wellness.

The Trefz School of Business offers housing options to graduates on campus. The University Place Apartment is one of the prominent places for graduates to live, with a limited number of furnished one- and two-bedroom apartments. Students can also choose to live in Barnum Hall, which offers access to the community kitchen, laundry room, WiFi, television lounge, etc. Graduates that prefer to live off-campus the university assists in finding the best housing options nearby.

Additional benefits of studying at School of Business

• Contemporary Education: The University of Bridgeport has a stimulating professional and scholarly environment with world-class research and development centres and distinguished master's degree programmes. These courses ensure the students possess creative, innovative, and analytical skills with a solid commitment to technical and research excellence.

• Career-focused Programmes: The School of Business prepares its students with rewarding professions that stand out, unique opportunities, and eminent careers in an ever-evolving economy.

• Academic Support: The college helps students through their programming, which is unique, innovative, and interdisciplinary. The programmes and degrees are revised to align with the current business landscape to provide the students with updated fundamental knowledge in various fields.

Admissions criteria

Generally, applicants are required to submit the following types of information:

• A completed personal information form
• A personal statement written by the applicant or an SOP (Statement of Purpose)
• Two letters of recommendation from an employer, academic, etc.
• Academic transcripts, which must be translated into English
• A graduate admissions test result (GMAT, GRE, LSAT)
• Proof of proficiency in a local language (country-specific)
• Resume/CV
• A GPA score of 3.0

• Application Fee (for the application fee, visit the admission portal of the school’s website)

• The admission process for international students remains largely the same, with some key differences. The students must also submit a study permit and passport copy to show they are eligible to study abroad.

• Proof of English proficiency: You must obtain the minimum score in the following exams to be eligible- TOEFL Internet-Based exam: 80, IELTS: 6.0, Pearson Test of Academic English: 58, Duolingo: 95, ACT: 19, and EIKEN Grade Pre -1.

• Students on F1 Visas must show proof of funding

• GRE might be waived depending on the previous academic performance.

Fees and other expenses

Other costs which are not consistent throughout school admissions information online: - Tuition and fees for international students - $23, 400 - Health service/health insurance - $1, 270 - Cost of Books/Course Materials - $4, 506 - Food and other expenses - $6, 350 - Housing - 8, 776 (off-campus) - Transportation - $3, 176

Job placements

• Effective Skills Training: The Trefz School of Business Career Services is the primary contact for students researching career options and acquiring industry-relevant skills. Students are equipped with relevant interview, resume building, and salary negotiation skills.

• Personalised Job Searches: The school provides students with access to Handshake, where they can find the best employment opportunities - such as internships or full-time jobs. There are also career advisors on hand to assist students to modify their Linkedin and Indeed profile for better job opportunities.

• Valuable Career Events: Graduates benefit from career fairs, networking and recruitment workshops, resulting in improved career prospects. Some notable employers of graduates are Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, WB, the FBI, and Rolls Royce, among many others.