A Collaborative Effort in Education

In June 2001 the New York City Board of Education and Bard College jointly created Bard High School Early College (BHSEC).

This alternative to the traditional high school is founded on the belief that many young people are ready and eager to do serious college work at age 16. It enables highly motivated students to move in four years from ninth grade through the first two years of college, earning the associate of arts (A.A.) degree as well as a high school diploma.