Bard College
About
Bard College is a cozy, private, four-year liberal arts school in Annandale-on-Hudson, NY, right between NYC and Albany. Bard combines education with community service, bringing liberal arts and sciences to places where they’re needed most. With undergrad programs, unique graduate courses, a big focus on the arts, and a bunch of civic and public engagement activities, Bard gives you plenty of ways to learn and make a difference. They've got international dual-degree programs, early colleges, and even prison education initiatives. The main campus is home to about 2,000 students, and there are hundreds more in our international programs. Plus, Bard offers a graduate teacher education program and a 4+1 program for undergrads who want to dive deeper into their studies. Join Bard and see how higher education can serve the public good!
- College or University
- Annandale-On-Hudson
Institution Links
- 90% hiring rate post-graduation
- 80% retention rate in the profession
- Teacher Opportunity Grant Awardee Institution to support underrepresented populations in teaching
- High passing scores on all NYSED exams
- 2012 NY teacher of the year
- Graduates highly ranked by school principals and superintendents
- Dedicated partner schools and mentor teacher partnerships
Program Info
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Application Fee & Annual Tuition
$51,519
In State Tuition
$51,519
Out of State Tuition
$65
Application Fee
Ways to Lower Your Costs
Students at Bard College have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Bard College to see if you can, too!
Student Loans, Payroll Deduction
The Bard MAT program offers generous need-based scholarships to help you with tuition costs. Plus, you can apply for federal loans. Everyone can apply for scholarships, but only U.S. citizens and permanent residents can apply for fellowships and loans. There are also federal loan forgiveness and grant programs available for teachers. Find more information here.
Loan Forgiveness
Under the Federal Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program, if you teach full-time for five consecutive years in a low-income school or educational service agency, you may qualify to have up to $17,500 of your Direct and Federal Stafford Loans forgiven. It's a great way to lighten your loan burden!
For more information visit:Financial Aid Office
Certifications
English Language Arts (grades 7-12)
Mathematics (grades 7-12)
Social Studies (grades 7-12)
Spanish (grades 7-12)
Stats
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