- Bard College at Simon's Rock is a private liberal arts college in Barrytown, New York. It is part of Bard College in Annandale-on-Hudson, New York.
School Highlights
Bard College at Simon's Rock serves 317 students (83% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the state average of 57%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Private-state tuition: $48,551
- Acceptance Rate: 80%
- Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
- Minority enrollment: 59%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Bard College at Simon's Rock ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 206 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Bard College at Simon's Rock
(MA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
206 staff
290 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Bard College at Simon's Rock has declined by 16% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Bard College at Simon's Rock diversity score of 0.82 is more than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
317 students
2,687 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
263 students
1,039 students
# Part-Time Students
54 students
1,648 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
317 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
263 students
839 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
217 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
54 students
1,619 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
346 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
400 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
7%
6%
% Hispanic
6%
21%
% Black
6%
15%
% White
41%
43%
% Hawaiian
4%
1%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
12%
2%
% Unknown races
22%
9%
Diversity Score
0.82
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
21%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.6483%
45%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,000
$33,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $48,551 is more than the state average of $30,006. The private state tuition has declined by 20% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$48,551
$30,006
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$19,500
$11,249
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
80%
75%
SAT Reading (Year 2007)
625
490
SAT Math (Year 2007)
601
490
SAT Writing (Year 2007)
594
594
ACT Composite (Year 2007)
28
20
ACT English (Year 2007)
28
22
ACT Math (Year 2007)
26
19
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- School Mascot: Llama
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bard College at Simon's Rock cost?
Bard College at Simon's Rock's private state tuition is approximately $48,551.
What is the acceptance rate of Bard College at Simon's Rock?
The acceptance rate of Bard College at Simon's Rock is 80%, which is higher than the state average of 75%.
What is Bard College at Simon's Rock's ranking?
Bard College at Simon's Rock ranks among the top 20% of community college in Massachusetts for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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