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WHERE LIBERAL ARTS MEETS THE FUTURE OF WORK
Bard NYC

Bard NYC is an innovative study away program for undergraduates eager to gain practical work experience in New York City. Students get a head start on their transition from college to career by combining interdisciplinary coursework, a professional internship, and cocurricular programming. A new dormitory in Williamsburg, Brooklyn offers students a multicultural coliving community, onsite classrooms, and access to the entire city from a convenient location.

Bard NYC currently offers study paths focused on the arts, international affairs (BGIA), economics/finance, and media/publishing/journalism.

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Our Model

Three pillars of our program help students gain a clearer understanding of who they are, what they want for their future, and how to get there:
  • ACADEMICS
    Seminars are taught by faculty with deep expertise in their fields and extensive professional networks across New York City, reinforcing connections between theory and practice. The required core seminar provides academic framework to contextualize student internships.
  • INTERNSHIPS
    Students take a rigorous approach to experiential learning by interning 20 hours per week for the duration of the semester. Program staff assist students with the application process, then work closely with organizations to ensure that internships are engaging and rewarding. 
  • COMMUNITY
    Our Brooklyn dormitory provides a multicultural coliving experience where students learn and socialize in one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Our extracurricular calendar includes numerous cultural events that are meant to connect students with their temporary home of New York City. 

Our Values

Bard NYC seeks students who:

• Take a multidisciplinary approach to their education.
• Think analytically about problems that are important to them: social, economic, environmental, and more.
• Value experiential learning and experimentation, testing assumptions as they map their transition from college to career.
• Reject rigid or mechanical approaches, preferring to apply new paradigms in order to see and understand the world.
• Seek to immerse themselves in New York City and explore their role as members of a dynamic community committed to equity and inclusion.
• Celebrate diverse viewpoints by acknowledging the efficacy of collaboration across different cultural, ethical, and personal perspectives in their education and work.
• Are future-oriented, applying new and creative solutions to the problems facing the world today.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are all majors welcome to apply?

    Are all majors welcome to apply?

    Yes, we accept applications from all majors.
  • May I apply if I am a senior?

    May I apply if I am a senior?

    Bard NYC is designed for students in their third year of study. However, students not in their third year can be considered with approval of their home institution.
  • May I apply if I have already graduated from college?

    May I apply if I have already graduated from college?

    We will consider recent college graduates, however please contact us to discuss before applying.
  • May I attend for more than one semester?

    May I attend for more than one semester?

    The program is designed for one semester of study, but some students may choose to extend their experience and apply for a second semester at Bard NYC.
  • What courses are required?

    What courses are required?

    The Core Seminar is a required course for all students. There are multiple Core Seminars that correspond to each path of study. 
  • How do I secure an internship?

    How do I secure an internship?

    Students work closely with staff to identify internships that match their interests, skill sets, and goals. They are then guided through the cover letter and application process. It is up to the internship organization to select students they would like to interview. While no specific organization is guaranteed, an internship is guaranteed for all students. 
     
  • Is there a meal plan/dining hall?

    Is there a meal plan/dining hall?

    Bard NYC does not offer a meal plan. However, there is a modern shared kitchen and seating area for students to prepare and enjoy their own meals. The dorm rooms also include a kitchenette with a mini fridge, microwave, and sink. 
  • Are single rooms available in the dormitory?

    Are single rooms available in the dormitory?

    There are no single rooms available.
Bard NYC
292 N 8th St
Brooklyn, NY 11211
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