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Simon's Rock at Bard College

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Overview

Simon's Rock at Bard College is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Great Barrington, Massachusetts, United States. Established in 1964, Simon's Rock at Bard College is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. This institution provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 62-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 80-89%. This makes it a least selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. Simon's Rock at Bard College also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Simon's Rock at Bard College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Simon's Rock at Bard College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Simon's Rock at Bard College' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Simon's Rock at Bard College's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

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Founded 1964
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Location

Address 84 Alford Road
Great Barrington
01230-9702 Massachusetts
United States
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Simon's Rock at Bard College Phone Number (413) 644 4400
Simon's Rock at Bard College Fax Number (413) 541 0081
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Simon's Rock at Bard College is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1973


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Simon's Rock at Bard College Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Simon's Rock at Bard College is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Simon's Rock at Bard College's academic range and degree level offering.



Simon's Rock at Bard College: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Simon's Rock at Bard College Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Simon's Rock at Bard College Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Simon's Rock at Bard College categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Simon's Rock at Bard College.



Simon's Rock at Bard College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) Not reported

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Admissions

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Simon's Rock at Bard College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Simon's Rock at Bard College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Simon's Rock at Bard College has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Simon's Rock at Bard College's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is considered but not required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is considered but not required

Source: IPDES


Simon's Rock at Bard College's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Admission Office Admission Office

84 Alford Road
Great Barrington 12039
(413) 528 7228
800 235 7186

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Size and Profile

Simon's Rock at Bard College Size and Profile


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Simon's Rock at Bard College has a student enrollment ranging from 250 to 499, making it a very small-sized institution.


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Simon's Rock at Bard College's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Control Type Control Type

Simon's Rock at Bard College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Entity Type Entity Type

Simon's Rock at Bard College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Simon's Rock at Bard College's main campus is located in a rural setting, meaning it is situated in a countryside or less densely populated area, away from major cities.


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Simon's Rock at Bard College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Simon's Rock at Bard College is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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Simon's Rock at Bard College's Library University Library

Yes Visit Simon's Rock at Bard College's Library
Bard College at Simon's Rock's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 70,723 physical volumes, 4,012 physical media, 339,773 digital/electronic media and 24 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Bard College at Simon's Rock's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Bard College at Simon's Rock provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 443 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Simon's Rock at Bard College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported
This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Simon's Rock at Bard College's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

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Simon's Rock at Bard College Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon's Rock at Bard College public or private?

Simon's Rock at Bard College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Simon's Rock at Bard College profit or non-profit?

Simon's Rock at Bard College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Simon's Rock at Bard College in terms of enrollment?

Simon's Rock at Bard College has a student enrollment ranging from 250 to 499, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Simon's Rock at Bard College in terms of academic staff?

Simon's Rock at Bard College's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.

Is Simon's Rock at Bard College a coeducational institution?

Simon's Rock at Bard College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Simon's Rock at Bard College use?

Simon's Rock at Bard College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Simon's Rock at Bard College affiliated with?

None.

Does Simon's Rock at Bard College admit international students?

Yes.

What is Simon's Rock at Bard College's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Simon's Rock at Bard College's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Simon's Rock at Bard College ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). International students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Simon's Rock at Bard College located?

Simon's Rock at Bard College is located in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, United States. Address: 84 Alford Road.

Is Simon's Rock at Bard College accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Simon's Rock at Bard College is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education (since 1973).

Does Simon's Rock at Bard College offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Simon's Rock at Bard College offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Simon's Rock at Bard College have a university library?

Yes Bard College at Simon's Rock's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 70,723 physical volumes, 4,012 physical media, 339,773 digital/electronic media and 24 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Bard College at Simon's Rock's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Simon's Rock at Bard College provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Bard College at Simon's Rock provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 443 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Simon's Rock at Bard College have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Simon's Rock at Bard College offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Simon's Rock at Bard College offer career services?

Yes

Does Simon's Rock at Bard College offer distance learning?

Not reported This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Does Simon's Rock at Bard College have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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