Barnard College
New York, NY · private nonprofit · 3,264 undergraduates
Barnard College is a private nonprofit university in New York, NY with highly selective admissions, admitting about 9% 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
9%
SAT (middle 50%)
1470–1560
ACT (middle 50%)
32–34
Avg net price
$28,800/yr
sticker $89,538
Graduation rate
93%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
3,264
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What is Barnard College's acceptance rate?
Barnard College has an acceptance rate of about 9%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for Barnard College?
The middle 50% of admitted students at Barnard College scored between 1470–1560 on the SAT (ACT 32–34).
How much does Barnard College cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $28,800 per year at Barnard College after financial aid, versus a published cost of $89,538.
What is the graduation rate at Barnard College?
About 93% of students at Barnard 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.