Admissions Overview
The admission process at Bard College has a 52% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Bard College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
52%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
6,628
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
12%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Bard College has a 52% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Bard College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Letters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Bard College. About 13% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,290 to 1,440. Additionally, about 9% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 32.
SAT Scores
13% of students submitted400
1600
1290 – 1440
200
800
670 – 740
200
800
620 – 700
ACT Scores
9% of students submitted1
36
30 – 32
1
36
31 – 35
1
36
25 – 35
Admission Statistics
6,628 students applied to BARD. Of those, 52% were accepted (3,466 students). Of these 3,466 accepted students, 402 chose to enroll.
6,628
Total Applicants
3,466
Students Admitted
402
Students Enrolled
52%
Acceptance Rate