Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives
Private Nonprofit4-year

Bard College at Simon's Rock

Great Barrington, Massachusetts Β· Rural: DistantOfficial Website β†—

#2662
Nationally
#67
In Massachusetts
97%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$63,140
Annual Tuition
per year
312
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
49/100
Average
#2662 nationally
#67 in Massachusetts
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability57
🎯Selectivity40
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth45

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Bard College at Simon's Rock is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. With 312 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 97%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $63,140, significantly above average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $21,580 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate97%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
179
Applied
174
Admitted
102
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$63,140/yr
Room & Board$18,888/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$85,481/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$63,140↓ Below avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$21,580
$30,001 – $48,000$17,857
$48,001 – $75,000$28,068
$75,001 – $110,000$39,388
Over $110,000$49,930
Student Body
312
Total Undergrads
62% F / 38% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 50%
Hispanic 7%
Black 6%
Asian 6%
Two or more 1%
International 19%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Open admissions policy (97% acceptance rate) β€” accessible to a wide range of students
  • βœ“Small campus environment (312 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Tuition ($63,140/yr) is above average β€” factor in aid eligibility
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $21,580/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
  • Β·Room and board costs ($18,888/yr) add significantly to the total cost of attendance
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationGreat Barrington, Massachusetts
SettingRural: Distant
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$21,580
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#67
in Massachusetts out of 7+ colleges
#2662
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.