Barnard College
Barnard College is a private nonprofit four-year school in New York, NY, with its campus in a city. It was founded in 1889[1]. It has about 3,264 undergraduates[9].
Founding year: Wikidata (community-edited) · Other facts: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard- 1889Founded
- 2026Today
Academics
Costs
What a year at Barnard College costs in 2026-27, for non-resident students[2].
Where the money goes
Help paying, for students from abroad
As described by the school. Monthly and four-year figures are our own arithmetic from the yearly total.
Housing and food
The Scorecard does not say whether first-year housing is guaranteed or how many students live on campus. Check the school’s housing page.
Scorecard averages · reference only
These averages include U.S. students and the aid they receive. They are not an international student’s net price.
Getting in
For the 2027 first-year and transfer cycles. English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo) is required unless waived.
When to apply
- Early Decision (binding)November 1[7]Decision Mid-December
- Regular DecisionJanuary 1[7]Decision Late March
Dates can change. Check the school’s page before you apply.
Your application checklist
Filled marks come from the school. Dashed marks are not filled in yet.
Scores in detail
What the school asks for, and where its students land.
English test
Recommended or expected, not stated as a minimum[4]
Does not consider TOEFL MyBest or accept TOEFL Essentials. New TOEFL scale from Jan 20 2026: at least 5.5.
Waiver or exemption: Waived if English a first language, English-language schools throughout secondary, IB/A Level in English, or SAT ERW 700+ / ACT English/Reading 29+.
TOEFL iBT moved to a 1–6 scale for tests taken from 21 January 2026.
SAT and ACT
You do not have to send one. If you do, the gold bar shows where the middle half of enrolled students land.
Extra steps for students from abroad
How many get in
Living in New York
Clubs, sports and activities
For information only. Confirm every figure with the school before you make decisions.