You love to learn. You've always asked the difficult questions.
Now you wonder where college can take you. If you're ready to refine your talents and find what inspires you, then you've come to the right place. Explore Bard's rich academic tradition and vibrant campus life. Think beyond what is known to seek what is possible.-
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The College seeks to engender in every student a wide curiosity and love of learning.
Fall Open House for Prospective Students and Their Families
Saturday, October 12
The day centers around activities that allow students and their families to explore the campus and experience the excitement of Bard College classes. Check-in is at the Reem-Kayden Center, where students will be directed to their classes in the Olin Humanities Building. All other visitors will attend a Q&A in Olin Auditorium with Leon Botstein, president of the College. Campus tours begin at Olin. Lunch will be served from 1:00 to 2:00. Representatives from the Admission, Student Affairs, Career Development, Study Abroad, and Residence Life offices, as well as the Dean of the College, will be available to answer your questions. The day ends with 20-minute facility drop-in tours, which are at 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30.
In order to have dynamic class discussions, students are encouraged to complete short readings in advance. (These classes are modeled on Bard's First-Year Seminar.)
Next Steps:
In order to have dynamic class discussions, students are encouraged to complete short readings in advance. (These classes are modeled on Bard's First-Year Seminar.)
Next Steps:
View the detailed schedule of Fall Open House with map.
Take a look at the short readings.
Register now for Fall Open House. Registration is required. SPACE IS LIMITED!
Photo by Karl Rabe
Webinar for Prospective Students on Academic and Campus Life at Bard
Wednesday, October 9
Learn about academics, campus life and more as you listen to and ask questions of a counselor and current students during a live video chat.
Prospective students, pick a time that works for you:
10:00am EDT OR 7:00pm EDT
Registration is required.
Bard College Is a Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students
Bard College is proud to be included on the list of U.S. colleges and universities that produced the most 2018–2019 Fulbright U.S. students. Six students from Bard received Fulbright awards for academic year 2018–2019; they are studying chemistry in Ireland and Islamic radicalization in Kosovo, and teaching English in Argentina, Malaysia, Georgia, and Germany.