Bard College
Annandale-On-Hudson, NY · private nonprofit · 2,414 undergraduates
Bard College is a private nonprofit university in Annandale-On-Hudson, NY with moderately selective admissions, admitting about 52% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.
Acceptance rate
52%
SAT (middle 50%)
1270–1450
ACT (middle 50%)
28–32
Avg net price
$34,649/yr
sticker $84,553
Graduation rate
68%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
2,414
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What is Bard College's acceptance rate?
Bard College has an acceptance rate of about 52%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for Bard College?
The middle 50% of admitted students at Bard College scored between 1270–1450 on the SAT (ACT 28–32).
How much does Bard College cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $34,649 per year at Bard College after financial aid, versus a published cost of $84,553.
What is the graduation rate at Bard College?
About 68% of students at Bard College graduate within six years.
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.