Bard College at Simon's Rock Cost & Financial Aid Information

$44,326
Average Net Price
89%
Receive Aid
23%
Pell Recipients
Higher Cost
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Bard College at Simon's Rock is $44,326 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$44,326

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$21,580
$30,001-48,000$17,857
$48,001-75,000$28,068
$75,001-110,000$39,388
$110,000+$49,930

Financial Aid

Bard College at Simon's Rock demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 89% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 23% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

89%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

23%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $66,594 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $66,594. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $68,994, which is 14% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $66,594

Out-of-State: $66,594

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$66,594
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$81,794

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$66,594
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$81,294

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$66,594
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$81,794

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$66,594
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$81,794

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$66,594
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$70,294

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$66,594
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$70,794

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Simon's Rock's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Bard College at Simon's Rock has increased costs by $6,457, representing a 17.1% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$37,869

Current Year

$44,326

Change

+$6,457

Affordability & Value

Bard College at Simon's Rock is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Higher Cost

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid89%
Pell grant recipients23%
Student-faculty ratio6:1