by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Barnard worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Barnard is ranked #3,074 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within New York, it ranks #199 of 216 for value.
These Barnard majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| French Studies | #11 of 12 |
| African Studies | #18 of 18 |
| Russian Studies | #20 of 20 |
| Asian Studies | #24 of 24 |
| Economics | #24 of 25 |
| Other Economics | #24 of 25 |
| Urban Studies/Affairs | #28 of 30 |
| Urban Studies | #28 of 30 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #28 of 30 |
| Cell/Cellular & Molecular Biology | #39 of 40 |
Read the full Barnard value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Barnard College is ranked #8 out of #236 in New York for quality and #199 out of #216 for New York value.
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Barnard College is ranked #3,074 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Barnard College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Barnard costs about $67,672. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $270,689 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $89,538 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $28,800 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $67,672 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $270,689 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Barnard net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Barnard degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $358,152 | — | — |
| All Students | $270,689 | #3,074 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $115,200 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $358,152 | — | — |
| All Students | $270,689 | #199 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $115,200 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Barnard shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,486 |
| $30K–$48K | $9,011 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,279 |
| $75K–$110K | $24,152 |
| Over $110K | $58,447 |
About 36% of Barnard undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $58,759 per year. Get more details on the Barnard financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Barnard cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.