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Bard at a Glance

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Location:
Annandale-On-Hudson, NY
Control:
Private Non-Profit
In-State Tuition:
$39,880
Out-of-State Tuition:
$39,880
Room & Board:
$11,810
Average Financial Aid:
$28,352
Full-Time Undergrads:
1,866
Part-Time Undergrads:
73
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School Website:
www.bard.edu
Admissions Website:
www.bard.edu/admission
Financial Aid Website:
www.bard.edu/financialaid
Application Deadline:
January 15
Acceptance Rate:
35 %
Admission Difficulty:
Hard
Average SAT Scores:
1320–1430
Average ACT Scores:
Not Reported

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Tags: Traditional Colleges and Universities, Tuition: $30K-40K, Student Body: 1000-5000, New York, Town, Bachelor's (4-year), Associate (2-year), Master's, Doctoral

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What Bard students esteem most about in their overall experience is that they’ve had the chance to develop what so many other college students haven’t—a personal connection with their school. This is deceivingly rare, as many students at big universities miss out on the things Bard students take for granted, like small, intimate classes, personal relationships with professors, and a tightly-knit community in which people share similar interests and commitments. For all of its cliquishness, Bard’s student body ultimately possesses a unique understanding of itself. On the whole, Bardians seem to own the idea that, although not every person at Bard shares a friendship, each is still connected in some way by a willingness to accept what is different from him- or herself. And, while Bard students admittedly have a hard time showing compassion for conservatism or ignorance, they do welcome people of any gender, sexuality, and race.

Some suggest that Bard is like a bubble—an isolated, introverted space closed off from the rest of the world. In some ways, this is true. Things go on at Bard that don’t and maybe can’t go on elsewhere, and in many ways, Bard students have a pretty easy four years. Unfortunately, when they are ready to leave the college, some might find the outside world to be not quite so accepting. However, the degree to which Bard students are concerned with the goings-on in the rest of the world (evident by the number of protests and fundraisers in which they participate) suggests that Bard’s bubble is blessedly incomplete—that there exists a very real connection between us and the outside world. Many Bardians are dedicated to furthering this connection, to making the planet a better place through the knowledge they take away from Bard, and this is indeed one of the finest qualities found within our school. Most students, although they complain endlessly about Bard’s size and inconvenient location, could never picture themselves anywhere else.

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Drug Safety at Bard College

Korova

'15

Psychology

1.9
C-

We Are a Very 'Green' School

Drug culture at Bard is big, but easy to avoid (sort of). We're a very laid back school, and as long as you're smart about it, there's really no chance at getting caught. Funny story: I was in my dorm room and we were having a party and our PC knocked (a PC is bard's version of an RA), she saw the booze and pulled me aside and told me that she was giving me a warning and then proceded to tell me that the next time I have booze in my room to always ask who is knocking on your door before you let them in. She is a fantastic PC. So, bottom line: Drugs aren't frowned upon unless you're stupid with them. I've seen a lot of people smoking joints while they're walking around campus, and you can always tell who is smoking when there's a circle of people standing around the back of the buildings. Actually, a really popular place to smoke weed is in the Community Garden. So yeah, there are a lot of drugs but if you're not into it, it isn't a big deal. But if you are, then you've come to the right place.

Jan 28, 2012

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Campus Dining at Bard College

Korova

'15

Psychology

3.5
B

It's Not the Worst, but It Could Be Better

It's a long standing tradition to make fun of Kline Commons, our main dining hall, but is it worth it? Kline can come up with some delicious dishes at times, and though it can be repetitive, there is usually at least SOMETHING you can find to eat. There is a lot of understanding for the dietary needs of vegetarians/vegans and Chartwells (the company which caters it) is trying to do their best. The pizza is strangely fantastic and so is their General Tso's and Fried chicken. There are good days and bad days. There is also Down The Road cafe which is really unhealthy but absolutely delicious with their chicken tenders, mozzarella sticks, quesadillas, nachos, and pizza. Also, The Manor Cafe is a nice switch if not a bit more limiting.

Jan 28, 2012

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Scholarships at Bard College

JackBee07

'15

Clinical Psychology

2.3
C

Depends

Personally, my experience with financial aid wasn't the greatest and I've met many others wh0've had equally horrible experiences however there have been some who've had excellent financial aid service so I guess it all depends who you are. Regardless, the school is one of the most expensive ones in the country and we have a small financial aid staff.

Jan 28, 2012

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