Bard College
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Bard College
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Bard College is a small private college located on a rural campus in Annandale-On-Hudson, New York. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,453, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 52%. The college offers 7 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 73%, and a student-faculty ratio of 9:1. Tuition and fees for students are $62,790.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired to be considered for admission
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile30-32
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1290-1440
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
6%
Online student enrollment
9:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
43%
Unknown
8%
Black
11%
Hispanic
12%
Two or more races
6%
Non-U.S. Citizen
17%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
20% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
No
Online Programs
0
Total Online Enrollment
178
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.6% online, 94% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
100% On-campus
0% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
36%
State Grant Aid
13%
Institution Grant Aid
77%
Pell Grant
20%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$24k
Average student debtafter graduation
$31k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Squash
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Lacrosse
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Education. | |||
| 3 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 4 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 5 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 6 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 7 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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