Barnard College
- 4 Year
- NEW YORK, NY
Women's College
Barnard College
- 4 Year
- NEW YORK, NY
- Rating 3.87 out of 5 473 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Valuegrade A
- Diversitygrade A
- Campusgrade B
- Athleticsgrade unavailable
- Party Scenegrade B+
- Professorsgrade A
- Locationgrade A+
- Dormsgrade C+
- Campus Foodgrade B minus
- Student Lifegrade A+
- Safetygrade A minus
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About
Barnard College Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Barnard Admissions
Acceptance Rate
11%
Application Deadline
January 4
SAT Range
1380-1550
ACT Range
32-34
Application Fee
$75
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Considered but not required
Early Decision/Early Action
Yes
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Cost
Net Price
$28,366 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$44,482 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
46%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade A
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
10:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
94%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 33 responses49%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 45 responses40%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 45 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Economics79 Graduates
- Research and Experimental Psychology59 Graduates
- History48 Graduates
- Political Science and Government46 Graduates
- English42 Graduates
- Art History33 Graduates
- Neuroscience and Neurobiology33 Graduates
- Information Science32 Graduates
- Sociology27 Graduates
- North American Studies24 Graduates
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
2,959 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
84
Undergrads Over 25
0%
Pell Grant
18%
Varsity Athletes
No data available
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
71%
Poll
53%
of students say Greek life is pretty low-key and has little effect on the social scene. 45 responsesPoll
51%
of students say no one pays attention to varsity sports. 53 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$57,900 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
93%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
90%
National
83%81%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 21 responsesSimilar Colleges
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Barnard College Reviews
Rating 3.87 out of 5 473 reviews
Barnard is very unique, as it’s an undergraduate college of Columbia University (yes, that makes it an Ivy League) but also a tight-knit women’s college. The Columbia Daily Spectator calls it “the only women’s college in the Ivy League.” Lots of recruited athletes at Columbia can go to Barnard instead of CC (Columbia College). A lot of friends were recruited CU athletes at Barnard. It’s also different from other women’s colleges because it feels like a women’s dorm at Columbia. It’s sooo integrated and feels co-Ed! The leaders of most Columbia clubs are Barnard women tbh. It can be annoying to constantly explain to people that Barnard is 100% integrated with the other schools at CU though.
The internships at Barnard are INSANE. I was a history major and got internships at top investment banks, big tech companies, famous TV shows and more. It was so easy to get a good job, in part because Barnard alums are obsessed with hiring other Barnard students. NYC was also so fun to be in.
The internships at Barnard are INSANE. I was a history major and got internships at top investment banks, big tech companies, famous TV shows and more. It was so easy to get a good job, in part because Barnard alums are obsessed with hiring other Barnard students. NYC was also so fun to be in.
I'm a senior at Barnard and I've had the best experience. I transferred here and felt so welcomed by the campus community immediately. I'm so incredibly inspired by my classmates -- I've never felt so surrounded by change makers and strong women. It is such a powerful and inclusive community where ANYONE can find their place. I love it here :) Not for anyone who wants a "party school," but if you're excited about having diverse experiences, meeting people from all corners of the world, and exploring NYC, this is the place for you. Also, the food on campus (at Barnard and Columbia) is amazing!
The students are the heart of Barnard College. At times, it feels overwhelming going to an institution where you are surrounded by activists, authors, dancers, and scientists. However, the environment is what motivates students to be the best versions of themselves and reach their highest potential. The community is, in part, built by the city that surrounds it. Barnard is what I would describe as a place fueled by individualism. Being that the college isn't in a suburban or remote area, students don't need to stick together as a community to create fun. This leads to an environment that doesn't necessarily have a lot of school spirit seen in traditional colleges or compared to the other seven sister schools. Overall, it isn't a college that is for everyone, but for an independent person who wants to access Columbia University and opportunities in NYC it's a great place!