Barnard College Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Barnard College is a private university in New York, New York, serving roughly 3,264 students. Admission is highly selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 8.84% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $80,516 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $69,888
- 2024 Average Net Price: $28,800 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 8.84% Highly Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,264 98.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 93.02%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
- First-Generation Students: 15.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 6.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 40.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1520
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,046
- Applicants (IPEDS): 11,803
- Room & Board: $21,714 annual estimate
Barnard College: what the data shows
Common questions about Barnard College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Barnard College?
Barnard College is located in New York, NY (ZIP 10027-6598).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Barnard College public or private?
Barnard College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Barnard College cost?
Published tuition: $69,888.
Average net price after aid: $28,800.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $11,600 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,374 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $19,094 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $24,753 |
| $110,001+ | $51,378 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $279,552.
How hard is it to get into Barnard College?
Admission rate: 8.84%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1520 and midpoint ACT 33.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Barnard College?
Total enrollment: 3,264 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,046 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Barnard College?
150%-time completion rate: 93.02%.
First-year retention: 96.6%.
What do graduates of Barnard College earn?
Median earnings: $60,411 six years after entry; $80,516 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,000.
15.86% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Barnard College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Research and Experimental Psychology, Other (110 completions)
- Econometrics and Quantitative Economics (93 completions)
- Neuroscience (68 completions)
- Political Science and Government, General (67 completions)
- Computer Science (62 completions)
- English Language and Literature, General (57 completions)
- History, General (37 completions)
- International Policy Analysis (36 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (33 completions)
- Anthropology, General (32 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Barnard College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 8.84%; completion rate 93.02%; median earnings $80,516 at 10 years; net price $28,800. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$69,888
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Barnard College was $69,888.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$28,800
2024 Value
In 2024 Barnard College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $28,800.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$115,200 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$28,800 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$279,552 4-Year Tuition
$21,714 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,150 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$92,752 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$371,008 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Barnard College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
15.86% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
25.69% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Barnard College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Barnard College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $44,790 | $44,790 | $26,487 |
| 2014 | $46,040 | $46,040 | $24,476 |
| 2015 | $47,631 | $47,631 | $25,680 |
| 2016 | $50,394 | $50,394 | $23,639 |
| 2017 | $52,662 | $52,662 | $25,007 |
| 2018 | $55,032 | $55,032 | $29,184 |
| 2019 | $57,668 | $57,668 | $28,204 |
| 2020 | $57,479 | $57,479 | $33,122 |
| 2021 | $59,687 | $59,687 | $32,514 |
| 2022 | $62,525 | $62,525 | $27,999 |
| 2023 | $66,246 | $66,246 | $39,253 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
8.84% Acceptance Rate
11,803 Total Applicants
940 Students Admitted
711 First-Time Students Enrolled
75.64% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is extremely selective, accepting fewer than 1 in 10 applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1520
ACT Average: 33
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.9 - 4.0
Estimated Median GPA: 4.00
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Barnard College reported total enrollment of about 3,264 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 0% male and 100% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (32.4%), Asian (21.9%), and Non-Resident Alien (15.6%). About 15.86% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 15.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Barnard College in 2024 is 3,264 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,046 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
96.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 32.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
80.90% 100% Completion Time
93.02% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 80.90% of students graduating from Barnard College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Research and Experimental Psychology, Other: 0% male / 100% female
- Econometrics and Quantitative Economics: 0% male / 100% female
- Neuroscience: 0% male / 100% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Barnard College.
Return on Investment
$18,000 Median Student Debt
$80,516 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
22.36% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
598.92% Return on Investment
2.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Barnard College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 57 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Research and Experimental Psychology, Other: 110 completions
2. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics: 93 completions
3. Neuroscience: 68 completions
4. Political Science and Government, General: 67 completions
5. Computer Science: 62 completions
6. English Language and Literature, General: 57 completions
7. History, General: 37 completions
8. International Policy Analysis: 36 completions
9. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 33 completions
Most popular programs at Barnard College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Barnard College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Barnard College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $15,995
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $32,573
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Barnard College is a private non-profit institution located in New York, NY, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Neuroscience. Enrollment is approximately 3,264 students. Student body composition includes White (32.4%), Asian (21.9%), Non-Resident Alien (15.6%). It is highly selective, with an admission rate of 8.84%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1520. The 150%-time completion rate is 93.02%. Approximately 15.86% of students receive Pell Grants. About 15.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Location
New York, NY 10027-6598
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 93.02% graduation rate, Barnard College demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Strong Career Outcomes: Barnard College graduates report median earnings of $80,516 ten years after entry, placing them among the higher-earning college graduates nationally. This strong earnings potential reflects both the quality of education and the career opportunities available to graduates.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 57 distinct degree programs, Barnard College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Barnard College located?
Barnard College is located in New York, NY.
What is Barnard College's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Barnard College is 8.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 11,803 applicants and 940 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Barnard College cost?
Reported tuition is $69,888 and average net price is $28,800 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $21,714 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Barnard College?
Barnard College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,046 students, White (32.4%), Asian (21.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Barnard College?
About 15.6% of students at Barnard College are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Barnard College?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Barnard College reports midpoint SAT about 1520 and midpoint ACT about 33.
What do graduates of Barnard College earn?
Median earnings are $60,411 six years after entry and $80,516 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Barnard College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 93.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Barnard College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,000.
Is Barnard College public or private?
Barnard College is a private nonprofit institution located in New York, NY.
Is Barnard College an HBCU?
No. Barnard College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Barnard College a tribal college?
No. Barnard College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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- Mid East regional profile
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.