Overall Bard College Acceptance Rate
Accepted Applicants Profile
- SAT Scores: 1160 - 1380
How Hard Is It to Get into Bard College
Applicant Selectivity: Moderately Selective
The selectivity of applicants for undergraduate admissions to Bard is considered moderately selective. Many accepted applicants score in the mid-range on the SAT or ACT exam, as well as having a solid high school GPA and number of college prep courses.
How Does Bard College Compare to Other Liberal Arts Colleges in NY
Nearby College Acceptance Rates
| School | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|
| Barnard College | 20% |
| Colgate University | 27% |
| Columbia University | 7% |
| Cornell University | 15% |
| Hartwick College | 81% |
| Houghton College | 95% |
| Skidmore College | 36% |
| St Lawrence University | 46% |
| Union College (NY) | 38% |
| Vassar College | 26% |
| Wells College | 63% |
Admissions Requirements
General Recommendations & Requirements for Admissions
Students must complete and submit the Common Application. Applicants should have their guidance counselor send a letter of recommendation, a school report, and the high school transcript. Coursework should include:
- Four Years of English
- Four Years of Social Studies
- Four Years of Mathematics
- Four Years of Laboratory Science
- Four Years of Foreign Language
Prospective students should send two letters of teacher recommendation, one from an English or Humanities instructor, and one from a math or science instructor. The submission of SAT and ACT scores is optional. Admissions interviews are optional for applicants.
Number of Applicants, Percent Admitted, and Enrolled Students
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applicants: | 7044 | 36% | 64% |
| Admitted: | 32 | 31% | 33% |
| Enrolled: | 20 | 24% | 17% |
Average Standardized Test Scores
| SAT Section | Score Range |
|---|---|
| Critical Reading | 590 - 690 |
| Math | 570 - 690 |
| Total Score: | 1160 - 1380 |
