Admitted Students Day
Bard, where you belong.
April 11 & April 18
You’ve been admitted to Bard. Now come experience it.
Admitted Students Day is your invitation to spend a day on campus meeting the people, ideas, and spaces that make Bard unlike anywhere else. Walk the campus, talk with professors, connect with future classmates, and explore the programs and opportunities that shape a Bard education.
Whether you already know Bard is the place for you or you’re still deciding, this day is designed to help you imagine what your life here could look like.
Because admission to Bard isn’t just an offer. It’s an invitation to become a Bardian.
You’ve been admitted to Bard. Now come experience it.
Admitted Students Day is your invitation to spend a day on campus meeting the people, ideas, and spaces that make Bard unlike anywhere else. Walk the campus, talk with professors, connect with future classmates, and explore the programs and opportunities that shape a Bard education.
Whether you already know Bard is the place for you or you’re still deciding, this day is designed to help you imagine what your life here could look like.
Because admission to Bard isn’t just an offer. It’s an invitation to become a Bardian.
Choose Your Day
We’re hosting two Admitted Students Days this spring, each featuring the same program and experiences. Check-in is from 9:00 am - 10:00 am and the day wraps up around 4:00 pm.
More Ways to Explore Bard
Where Ideas Meet Community
Admitted Students Day is designed to help you explore Bard from every angle — academically, socially, and personally.
During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Meet Bard professors and learn about their research
- Connect with current students and future classmates
- Explore residence halls and campus spaces
- Learn about internships, research, and global opportunities
- Discover the clubs, organizations, and communities that shape student life
A Glimpse of the Day
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Start Your Day at Bard
Connect with current students and staff from the Center for Civic Engagement (CCE), Bard Summer Research Institute (BSRI), and Trustee Leader Scholar (TLS) program while enjoying breakfast pastries, coffee, and tea. Learn all about the projects Bard students are working on and see how quickly they’ve been able to put their ideas into action.Bard, Where You Belong
Our student ambassadors will kick off the day with a warm and spirited Bardian welcome. Hear what makes this community special and how to get the most out of the day ahead.Meet Your Professors
Connect with professors from the programs that interest you most. In our newest student hub, Campus Center North, faculty from across the College’s academic divisions will be available for informal conversations about your interests, their research, and the collaborative learning environment that will define your Bard education.From Annandale to Everywhere
Learn how Bard students pursue civic engagement, research, and internships close to campus and around the world. From Hudson Valley partnerships and Bard NYC opportunities to academic programs abroad and Trustee Leader Scholar projects, Bardians connect their studies with communities locally, in New York City, and across the globe.Bard Farm Open House (April 11 Only)
Visit the Bard Farm, located right here on campus, and see how sustainability and hands-on learning come together in everyday student life. Meet the students who help grow food for Bard’s community, learn about research and coursework connected to the farm, and discover how Bardians turn dreaming into doing—like the creation of Bard’s very own Sugar Shack!Explore Bard Housing
Bard’s newest living spaces, located just behind Campus Center North, are four Passive House–certified, suite-style residences that overlook Bard Farm, the Maya Lin–designed Performing Arts Lab, and the Catskill Mountains. Step inside and catch a glimpse of your next chapter!Your Student Success Team
At Bard, intellectual rigor is paired with meaningful support. Meet staff from the Dean of Student Affairs Office, Dean of Studies Office, Student Disability Access Services, Health Services, and Counseling Services to learn how Bard supports its students academically and personally.Things to Look Forward to
Finding Your People
Meet the people who may soon be your classmates. Spend the day connecting with current Bardians and fellow admitted students.
Discovering Life Beyond the Classroom
Meet student leaders, clubs, and campus resources that bring Bard’s vibrant community to life.
Meeting Your Professors
Talk with professors from across Bard’s academic divisions and experience the close mentorship that defines a Bard education.
Exploring Campus & Residence Halls
Explore Bard’s campus and see the spaces where students live, learn, and build community.
Planning for Life Beyond Bard
Discover how Bard supports students from their first days on campus through graduation and beyond.
Inside the Bard Classroom
Learn how advising, interdisciplinary study, and independent inquiry shape the academic journey at Bard.Places to be if you're staying in...
Experience Bard—Wherever You Are
Whether you’re able to join us on campus or not, choosing a college is a big decision, and getting a real feel for a place matters. Through virtual and regional events, you’ll connect with the people, ideas, and experiences that make Bard Bard.
