B+
Very Good
Score: 74/100

Barnard College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 New York, New York 10027
🌐 www.barnard.edu/
Outcomes
A+
96/100
Affordability
F
13/100
Resources
A
84/100
Experience
A+
93/100
Prestige
A
85/100

Quick Stats

3,353
Total Enrollment
93%
Graduation Rate
97%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
8%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Barnard College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $835,348
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,962/mo — vs ~$1,382/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 10451 (6.9% cap, New York)

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🏆 Where Barnard College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
International Policy Analysis
of 4 schools
#8
Urban Studies/Affairs
of 15 schools
#18
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
of 33 schools
#20
Research and Experimental Psychology, Other
of 88 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $64,078 $64,078
Room $12,438
Board $8,144
Total Cost (On-Campus) $89,808 $89,808

Financial Aid

62%
Receive Any Aid
10%
Receive Pell Grants
58%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

3,353
Total Students
99%
Women
97%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 33%
Hispanic 17%
Black 7%
Asian 20%
Two or More 7%
Non-Resident 14%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 96%
Fully Online 4%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Barnard College?
Barnard College has an acceptance rate of 8%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Barnard College?
Tuition at Barnard College is $64,078 for in-state students and $64,078 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Barnard College?
The graduation rate at Barnard College is 93%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Barnard College a good school?
Barnard College has a Repit College Score of 74/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Barnard College?
Barnard College has a total enrollment of 3,353 students. Most students (97%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology