Bard College at Simon’s Rock 2023- 2024 Admissions: Entry Requirements, Acceptance Rate, Fees, Deadlines, Application Process

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Admission to Bard's College is available twice a year, in the Fall and Spring semesters. Bard’s College at Simon's Rock is considered to be a leniently competitive institute with an acceptance rate of 93%. Students scoring a minimum GPA of 3.3 on a scale of 4.0 are easily accepted by the college.The college also requires standardized test scores of SSAT and ISEE exams, SAT or ACT scores can also be submitted.

Famous for being a top liberal arts college, programs offered at Bard College at Simon's Rock include only undergraduate degree programs. The university offers dual degrees and has engineering partnerships with universities such as Dartmouth and Columbia. It also has affiliations with Oxford University, Lincoln College, and courses in countries such as Italy and Spain.

Highlights

Application Portal	Online
Acceptance Rate	92%
Academic Calendar	Semesters
Intake Seasons	Fall and Spring
Full-time Students	450
Countries Represented	15
Average Class Size	11
Student to Faculty Ratio	8:1
Financial Aid	Scholarships, grants, awards, and work-study

Bard College at Simon's Rock Admission Deadlines

Students are advised to submit their applications before the deadlines for them to be considered for admission. The college accepts late applications based on space available for both fall and spring semesters.

Given below are deadlines for fall and spring intakes for 2023:

Term	Deadlines
Fall	February 1st April 1st June 1st
Spring	November 1st

Bard College at Simon's Rock International Student Admissions

International applicants are required to meet all the eligibility requirements in order to grab seats at Bard’s College at Simon’s Rock. International students may also read the Standard Application Guidelines or contact the international admission counselor before applying for admissions.

Application Portal: Online or Common Application
Application Fee: None
Admission Requirements:

Completed Application Form
Unofficial academic record of high school/bachelor's
Official transcripts
English proficiency proof
Statement from parent or guardian (optional)
Bank Statement
Passport Copy
Interview with the counselor (remote)

English Proficiency Test Scores

International students are required to present TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or PTE scores to exhibit their English proficiency skills.

Minimum Scores required by the Bard College are:

Test	Score Required for UG
TOEFL-PBT	600
TOEFL IBT	100
IELTS	7.0
Duolingo	120
PTE	65

Visa Process for International Students

In order to get hold of a student visa to study in the US, international applicants can obtain F-1 right after receiving the I-20 Certificate issued by the Bard’s College. The I-20 Certificate is only issued to those who have accepted the offer letter from college.

Following documents will be required while applying for a student visa:

Accepted Offer Letter from Bard’s College
Visa application with SEVIS I-1901 application fee receipt
Original I-20 Form
Valid Passport
Financial evidence with sufficient funds for at least one year of study in the United States
Home address of the candidate
Interview

Bard College at Simon's Rock Undergraduate Admissions

More than 35 majors and a total of 40 special programs are offered to international students including international programs, study abroad programs, dual degree, and internship programs. The application process for undergraduate international admissions to study in the US is quite simple and reflects a similar procedure as for the domestic applicants.

Application Portal: University Application or Common App
Application Fee: None
Admission Requirements:

High school transcripts
English proficiency test scores
Letters of Recommendation
Essay
Interview

Optional Requirements:

Extra recommendation from faculty or a personal recommendation from a supervisor, coach, or religious leader.
A portfolio or writing samples
Grade paper with comments of teacher

Applications for study abroad candidates can also be accepted after the deadlines based on the availability of space. Bard College encourages international students to read the general admission guidelines before applying for admissions.

While the college does not necessarily just look at student profiles which are academically strong, it needs students who have fresh ideas to offer, are strongly motivated to achieve their goal as well as have good critical thinking and analyzing skills. The students may receive a decision within 6-8 weeks of a completed application.