Bard College
Annandale-On-Hudson, NY · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Rural
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About Bard College
Bard College is a private liberal arts college in Annandale-on-Hudson, New York, United States. The campus overlooks the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains within the Hudson River Historic District and is a National Historic Landmark. Founded in 1860, the institution consists of a liberal arts college and a conservatory. The college offers undergraduate and graduate programs. It participates in a network of many affiliated programs internationally.
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52%
Acceptance
$34,649
Net price
2,414
Enrollment
68%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
52%
Acceptance rate
1,380
SAT average
—
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$34,649
Average net price
$66,436
In-state tuition
$66,436
Out-of-state tuition
$18,852
Room & board
$950
Books & supplies
$84,553
Total cost of attendance
17%
Students receiving Pell grants
32%
Students with federal loans
$24,254
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$46,543
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$31,072
Median earnings (6 yrs)
68%
Graduation rate
85%
Retention rate
67%
Earn more than a HS grad
$42,373
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
2,414
Total enrollment
9%
Part-time
19
Avg. age at entry
12%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Bard College FAQ
Is Bard College a public or private school?
Bard College is a private nonprofit institution located in Annandale-On-Hudson, NY.
What is the acceptance rate at Bard College?
Bard College has an acceptance rate of 52%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Bard College cost?
The average annual net price at Bard College is $34,649 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $66,436.
What is the graduation rate at Bard College?
About 68% of students at Bard College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Bard College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Bard College students earn a median of $46,543 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Bard College?
Admitted students at Bard College have an average SAT score of 1,380. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Bard College?
Bard College enrolls about 2,414 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Daderot · Public domain. Additional images are representative.
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