"ECLA of Bard is an experience that should not be missed. It's an experience of a lifetime--so culturally enriching! The classes at ECLA of Bard are engaged in the city of Berlin itself." 
"My experience at ECLA reconstructed the way I think about our world. I was immersed into an intimate and diverse community of students and scholars who are passionate about asking questions that challenge and examine assumptions." Up to 12 students per semester may come to ECLA to participate in the college’s Value Studies program, which provides a rigorous engagement in Western cultural history and an intensive introduction to the liberal arts through coursework in philosophy, politics, art history, and literature. Click here for an overview of the program.
Students who have officially accepted an offer of admission from Bard College and made their enrollment deposit may apply to spend one or two semesters of their first year (fall or spring) at ECLA of Bard. Visit the admission website for more information about enrollment.
| Fri. August 9 | Begin in Berlin pre-departure orientation and flight in NYC |
| Sat. August 10 | Start of L&T in Berlin |
| Tues. August 27 | Bard in Berlin juniors arrival date |
| Wed. August 28 | Start of ECLA of Bard orientation week |
| Mon. September 2 | Start of classes |
| October 7–11 | Fall Break |
| Fri. December 20 | Last day of classes |
| Sun. December 22 | Student departure |
