Barnard / Financial aid
Paying for Barnard
The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what Barnard actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.
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An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run Barnard's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.
Average net price by family income
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Barnard cost & aid FAQ
How much does Barnard cost after financial aid?
The average family pays about $27,738 per year at Barnard after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $94,582. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.
What does Barnard cost by family income?
At Barnard, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $14,486 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $58,447 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.
Does Barnard give financial aid to international students?
Offers need-based aid to international students. International applicants should confirm aid policies directly with Barnard's financial aid office.
Does Barnard meet full financial need?
Meets 100% of demonstrated need. Meeting need means the school aims to cover the gap between its cost and what your family can pay, as determined by the FAFSA and CSS Profile.
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