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Barnard College

New York, NY

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Private

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4 Year

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Barnard College, located in the vibrant heart of New York City, offers a unique and empowering liberal arts education for women. As an institution affiliated with Columbia University, Barnard combines the intimate atmosphere of a small college with the vast resources of a major research university.
3,223
Students
6%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
3,223
Classification
4 Year
Type
Private, Non-Profit
Religious Affiliation
None
Established in 1889, Barnard has cultivated a reputation for academic excellence and a commitment to fostering the intellectual, social, and personal growth of its students. The college provides an environment that values diversity, inclusivity, and a progressive outlook on women's education. Students at Barnard benefit from a rigorous curriculum, outstanding faculty, and numerous opportunities for research and internships. The dynamic cultural and professional landscape of New York City further enriches their educational experience, offering endless possibilities for learning beyond the classroom.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Barnard College?

6% acceptance rate
Most Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
Unknown
Testing
Unknown
Average High School GPA
Unknown
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
January 6
Early Decision
Yes

The most important factors Barnard College considers when admitting students are:

  • •Academic GPA
  • •Application Essay
  • •Character/Personal Qualities

Financials

See what it costs to attend Barnard College.

$ 102,950
Overall list price
$ 26,407
Average net price
$ 102,950
Merit Price™
No Merit
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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Barnard College?

Urban
Campus Setting
Democrat
State vote for president
Limited
Greek participation
Weather
Sunny days
Sunny
Average winter temp
36°
Average summer temp
75°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Barnard College.

9:1
Student to faculty ratio
80%
4-year grad rate
92%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Barnard are:

  • Research and Experimental Psychology, Other
  • Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
  • Neuroscience

Demographics

Who attends Barnard College?

No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
3,223
Women
100%
Men
0%

Housing

What's it like living at Barnard College?

$23,258
Room & Board
75
%
Students on campus

FAQs

How much does Barnard College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $102,950 to attend Barnard.

How many people attend Barnard College?

3,223 people attend Barnard. 3,223 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is Barnard College located?

Barnard College is located in New York, New York. It is in an Urban environment.

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