Bard College
Former name | St. Stephen's College (1860–1934) |
|---|---|
| Motto | Dabo tibi coronam vitae (Latin) |
Motto in English | I shall give thee the crown of life (Revelation 2:10) |
| Type | Private liberal arts college |
| Established | March 1860 |
Religious affiliation | Episcopal Church |
Academic affiliation | Annapolis Group |
| Endowment | $412.4 million |
| President | Leon Botstein |
| Provost | Deirdre d’Albertis |
Academic staff | 231 FT/ 142 PT |
| Students | 2,922 (2023) |
| Undergraduates | 2,453 (2023) |
| Postgraduates | 469 (2023) |
| Location | , , United States 42°1′13″N 73°54′36″W / 42.02028°N 73.91000°W |
| Campus | Rural, 1,260 acres (510 ha) |
| Colors | Red and white |
| Nickname | Raptors |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division III Liberty League |
| Website | bard.edu |
Bard College is a private liberal arts college in Annandale-on-Hudson, New York. The campus overlooks the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains within the Hudson River Historic District and is a National Historic Landmark.
Founded in 1860, the institution consists of a liberal arts college and a conservatory. The college offers undergraduate and graduate programs. The college has a network of over 35 affiliated programs, institutes, and centers, spanning twelve cities, five U.S. states, seven countries, and four continents.