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Bard College
Bard College
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, NY . 4 Year 3.6
#692 in Best Colleges in America
ANNANDALE RD ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, NY 12504

Overview

Bard College is a private liberal arts college located in Annandale-on-Hudson, New York. It offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with a strong emphasis on the liberal arts, sciences, and interdisciplinary studies. Bard is known for its innovative approach to education, small class sizes, and a student-to-faculty ratio that encourages personalized learning. The college is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and vibrant community that supports student growth and development. Beyond academics, Bard College offers a rich cultural life with numerous student organizations, arts events, and athletic activities, along with opportunities for community engagement and social action.

Rankings

  • 50

    #50 in Best Colleges for Music in America

  • 6

    #6 7 in Best Colleges for Art in America

  • 67

    #67 in Best Colleges for Art in America

  • Best Colleges for Music in America 50 of 265
  • Best Colleges for Art in America 67 of 736
  • Best Colleges for English in America 75 of 901

Academics

  • A Academics
  • CValue
  • A+Diversity
  • C Campus
  • CAthletics
  • C+Party Scene
  • A Professors
  • B Location
  • C Dorms
  • CCampus Food
  • C+Student Life
  • BSafety

Majors

  • Social Science Research Methods
    142 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    127 Graduates
  • Studio Arts
    110 Graduates
  • English
    85 Graduates
  • Natural Sciences
    81 Graduates
  • Music Performance
    19 Graduates
  • Accounting
    0 Graduates

Admissions

  • January 1
    Application Deadline
  • 60%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Recommended
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    $0
  • ACT Range
    Neither required nor recommended
  • SAT/ACT
  • High School GPA
  • Early Decision/Early Action

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $50,598
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    81%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    71%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    88%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    1,982 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    189
  • Undergrads Over 25
    18%
  • Pell Grant
    26%
  • Varsity Athletes
    10%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    8:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Liberty League
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (without football)

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