New York,
NY
About Barnard
Since its founding in 1889, Barnard has been a distinguished leader in higher education, offering a rigorous liberal arts foundation to young women whose curiosity, drive, and exuberance set them apart. Ours is a diverse intellectual community in a unique learning environment that provides the best of all worlds: small, intimate classes in a collaborative liberal arts setting dedicated to the advancement of women with the vast resources of Columbia University just steps away—in the heart of vibrant and electric New York City.
Barnard College is a private, nonprofit college in the city of New York, New York. Barnard was founded in 1889. The college currently enrolls around 3,043 students a year, including 3,043 undergraduates.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Barnard College
It is extremely difficult to get into Barnard. In 2022, Barnard accepted 11% of applicants. Out of 10,395 applications received in 2022, 1,192 students were offered admission.
| Barnard College Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 11% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 33% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 30% |
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Barnard College is locatedin the city of New York, New York, near the city of New York City.
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College Info
Barnard Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 4
Transfer Applications are Due
Mar 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Barnard is Jan 4.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Barnard is Mar 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Barnard College is a member of the Coalition for College.
More than an application, the Coalition provides free tools and resources to help students through the college admissions process, beginning as early as 9th grade.
Barnard ACT Scores
ACT Range
32 - 34
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
ACT Score
Estimated Chance
34 and Above
32 to 34
32 and Less
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ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median ACT score of an admitted student to Barnard is 33. Students with an ACT score of 34 and above have a good chance of getting into Barnard. Students with an ACT score that falls between 32 and 34 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 32 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.
Barnard SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1445 - 1530
Math SAT Range
715 - 780
Reading SAT Range
710 - 770
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1530 and Above
1445 to 1530
1445 and Less
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Barnard students is 1478. Applicants with SAT scores of 1530 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Barnard, while applicants with SAT scores between 1445 to 1530 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1445 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Barnard.
Barnard Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$79,323
In State$79,323
Out-of-StateStudent Life
Unknown
Full Time3%
Part Time30%
In State70%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
3,043
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
11%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$59,687
Out-of-State
$59,687
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 4
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