Barnard
Acceptance rate
9
%ACT middle 50%
32
–34
Applications
11836
Undergraduates
3487
Overview
Barnard College, located in New York City, is a distinguished liberal arts college for women affiliated with Columbia University. Founded in 1889, Barnard offers a rigorous academic environment with a wide range of majors and interdisciplinary programs, emphasizing intellectual curiosity, leadership, and social responsibility. Students benefit from small class sizes, close faculty mentorship, and access to the resources of both Barnard and Columbia. The college is known for its commitment to empowering women, fostering diversity, and encouraging engagement with the vibrant cultural and professional opportunities of New York City.
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Admissions Information
Applications received
11836
Students admitted
1046
Acceptance rate
9
%Undergraduate enrollment
3487
Admissions data:
2024-25
·IPEDS (HD2025, IC2025, ADM2024, DRVEF2024)
Test Scores
Middle 50% scores
25th percentile
75th percentile
SAT Reading & Writing
730
770
SAT Math
740
790
ACT Composite
32
34
Students submitting SAT
35
%Test policy
Application Information
Regular deadline
1-Jan-27
Early deadline
Early Decision: Nov 1, 2026
Accepts the Common Application
Yes
College Board code
2038
Admissions website
Characteristics
School type
Private
Liberal Arts
Women only
Setting
City: Large
Undergraduate size
<2,500
Athletics
Intercollegiate
Intramural
Club
Division I
Competitiveness
Most Competitive
