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Bard College, established in 1860, is a private college of liberal arts, and is situated in Annandale-on-Hudson, New York. The campus of the college is spread across an area of 600 acres. Bard College awards bachelor’s degrees in over 40 academic fields. Master’s degrees are also offered in a number of subjects. Students can also choose from dual-degree programs that are offered by Bard College. The college is organized into the following academic divisions:
Bard College's athletics department fields more than 10 men's and women's sports teams. They compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III and are nicknamed the Raptors.
Bard College is in Annandale-On-Hudson, NY. Annandale-On-Hudson is a town not far from a more urbanized area. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Bard College issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Doctoral degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include drama and performing arts, fine arts, and liberal arts.
Not all applicants to Bard College are accepted. Just 25% of applicants in 2007-2008 were accepted at the school.
The schools' faculty/student ratio of superior to most. The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time. The Bard College teaching staff is well compensated compared to other schools.
Approximately 2,297 students study at the school (in 2007-2008).
Bard College offers a real campus feel. The school makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students participate in Independent Northeast Region athletics.
More complete details are provided below.
Bard College
Annandale-On-Hudson, NY 12504-5000
General Phone: (845) 758-6822
http://www.bard.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 305 | social services, liberal arts and sciences, English language and literature, interdisciplinary studies |
| Fine Arts | 158 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Science | 45 | biological and physical sciences, ecology |
| Education and Teaching | 42 | secondary teaching |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 36 | various performing arts |
| Music | 7 | music performance |
Number of programs and degrees for Bard College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 344 | 5 |
| Master's degree | 136 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 113 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Bard College had a total enrollment of 2,297 students (2,421 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 89% |
| Graduate | 11% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 19% |
| (Foreign Students) | 9% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 13% |
| 18-19 | 37% |
| 20-21 | 31% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 5% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 89 % |
Bard College offers campus housing for 1,328 of its 2,421 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Red Hook, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 5,459 | 1,378 | 25% | 517 | 38% |
| Men | 2,184 | 552 | 25% | 207 | 38% |
| Women | 3,275 | 826 | 25% | 310 | 38% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 38,374 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 38,374 |
| Room and board | $ 10,866 |
| Room charge | $ 5,458 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 5,408 |
| Books and supplies | $ 850 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,150 |
Financial Aid:
Bard College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 267100)
Bard College has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 45 | $115,359 | 26 | $109,042 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 19 | $87,785 | 19 | $86,653 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 20 | $67,284 | 25 | $65,754 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 84 | $97,676 | 70 | $87,505 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Independent Northeast Region |
| Track | Independent Northeast Region |
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Secondary Education and Teaching
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Social Sciences, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bard College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in science (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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