Admissions Overview
The admission process at Barnard College has a 9% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Barnard College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
9%
Extremely Selective
Application Volume
12,009
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
66%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Barnard College has a 9% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Barnard College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$75
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other 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 Barnard College. About 30% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,440 to 1,550. Additionally, about 20% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 32 to 34.
SAT Scores
30% of students submitted400
1600
1440 – 1550
200
800
720 – 770
200
800
720 – 780
ACT Scores
20% of students submitted1
36
32 – 34
1
36
34 – 35
1
36
28 – 33
Admission Statistics
12,009 students applied to Barnard. Of those, 9% were accepted (1,056 students). Of these 1,056 accepted students, 697 chose to enroll.
12,009
Total Applicants
1,056
Students Admitted
697
Students Enrolled
9%
Acceptance Rate