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Paying for Graduate School
Investing in graduate education is a significant decision, and Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability offers a variety of scholarships, fellowships, loans, and other forms of financial assistance to help make graduate study more accessible. Visit our Financial Aid page to learn more about available funding opportunities.
Upon enrollment, new students submit a nonrefundable enrollment deposit of $515, which is applied toward their first semester charges.
Tuition and fees are billed by semester, with charges for the academic year typically divided into two equal installments. Students may also choose to spread payments over time through a payment plan offered by Student Accounts.
Below, you will find tuition and fee information for our MBA, MS, MEd, and dual-degree programs, along with details about program fees, additional expenses, and our refund policy.
International Students
International students should review the international funding requirements and financial aid options on the International Applicants page.
Cost of Attendance by Program
M.B.A Degree Programs
2026-2027 Tuition and Fees
2-Year MBA
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Tuition | $48,174 (31 credits) | $45,066 (29 credits) |
| Fees (See below for additional information) | $1,530 | $1,150 |
| Year-One Total | $49,704 | $46,216 |
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 | $3,995 |
| Accounting Prerequisite Fee** | $400 | N/A |
| Microeconomics Prerequisite Fee** | $400 | N/A |
| Total | $4,795 | $3,995 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Books & Supplies | $500 | $500 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Room & Board | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Transportation | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 | $205 |
| Total | $25,705 | $25,705 |
*Health Insurance
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
**Prerequisite Fees
These fees are charged only during the first fall semester for students who are required to complete the Microeconomics and/or Accounting prerequisite courses as a condition of admission.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for the 2-Year M.B.A. in Sustainability.
| Breakdown of Fees | ||
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Security Deposit | $500 | N/A |
| Registration Fee | $100 | $100 |
| Facilities Fee | $150 | $150 |
| Program Fee | $750 | $750 |
| Carbon Offset Fee | $30 | $30 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | $120 |
| Total | $1,530 | $1,150 |
Experiential Learning Fee
Note that for students who take the optional January Term Oaxaca Course (with travel to Mexico), a course fee of $1250 will be charged the semester they take the course.
3-Year MBA
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Tuition | $34,188 (22 credits) | $29,526 (19 credits) | $29,526 (19 credits) |
| Fees (See below for additional information) | $1,530 | $1,030 | $1,150 |
| Year-One Total | $35,718 | $30,556 | $30,676 |
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 | $3,995 | $3,995 |
| Accounting Prerequisite Fee** | $400 | N/A | N/A |
| Microeconomics Prerequisite Fee** | $400 | N/A | N/A |
| Total | $4,795 | $3,995 | $3,995 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Books & Supplies | $300 | $300 | $300 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Room & Board | $20,000 | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Transportation | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 | $205 | $205 |
| Total | $25,505 | $25,505 | $25,505 |
*Health Insurance
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
**Prerequisite Fees
These fees are charged only during the first fall semester for students who are required to complete the Microeconomics and/or Accounting prerequisite courses as a condition of admission.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for the 3-Year M.B.A. in Sustainability.
| Breakdown of Fees | |||
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Security Deposit | $500 | N/A | N/A |
| Registration Fee | $100 | $100 | $100 |
| Facilities Fee | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| Program Fee | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Carbon Offset Fee | $30 | $30 | $30 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | N/A | $120 |
| Total | $1,530 | $1,030 | $1,150 |
Experiential Learning Fee
Note that for students who take the optional January Term Oaxaca Course (with travel to Mexico), a course fee of $1250 will be charged the semester they take the course.
2-Year Students
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Tuition | $45,530 | $30,130 |
| Fees | $2,670 | $840 |
| Year-One Total | $48,200 | $30,970 |
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 | $3,995 |
| On-Campus Parking Permit | $200 | $200 |
| Total | $4,195 | $4,195 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Books & Supplies | $400 | $400 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Room & Board | $13,000 | $13,000 |
| Transportation | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Oaxaca Expenses (plane tickets, additional means, etc.) | $1,200 | N/A |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 | $205 |
| Total | $19,805 | $18,605 |
*Health Insurance
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for the 2-Year M.S. in Environmental Policy and the 2-Year M.S. in Climate Science & Policy.
| Breakdown of Fees | ||
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Security Deposit | $500 | N/A |
| Registration Fee | $100 | $100 |
| Facilities Fee | $150 | $150 |
| Experiential Fee* | $1,250 | N/A |
| Prerequisite Exam | $200 | N/A |
| Health Services | $470 | $470 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | $120 |
| Total | $2,670 | $840 |
*The Experiential Fee is specifically for the J-term in Oaxaca. 2-Year M.S. students pay the Experiential Fee during Year 1, when they are required to attend the J-term in Oaxaca. The Experiential Fee does not include airfare to Oaxaca.
3-Year Students
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Tuition | PER CREDIT (6-12 credits/semester at $1,514 per credit) | $30,130 | |
| Fees | $1,420 | $1,970 | $840 |
| Total | $XX,XXX | $XX,XXX | $30,970 |
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 | $3,995 | $3,995 |
| On-Campus Parking Permit | $200 | $200 | $200 |
| Total | $4,195 | $4,195 | $4,195 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Books & Supplies | $200 | $200 | $200 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Room & Board | $13,000 | $13,000 | $13,000 |
| Transportation | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Oaxaca Expenses (plane tickets, additional means, etc.) | N/A | $1,200 | N/A |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 | $205 | $205 |
| Total | $18,405 | $19,605 | $18,405 |
Please note that 3-Year tuition and fees is an illustration, as schedules are customized on a per-student basis. 3-Year tuition is billed on a per-credit ($1,514/credit) basis in the first two years of the program, and fees in this estimate assume that students complete the J-term course in their second year.
*Health Insurance
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for the 3-Year M.S. in Environmental Policy and the 3-Year M.S. in Climate Science & Policy.
| Breakdown of Fees | |||
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Security Deposit | $500 | N/A | N/A |
| Registration Fee | $100 | $100 | $100 |
| Facilities Fee | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| Experiential Fee* | N/A | $1,250 | N/A |
| Prerequisite Exam Fee | $200 | N/A | N/A |
| Health Services Fee | $470 | $470 | $470 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | N/A | $120 |
| Total | $1,420 | $1,970 | $840 |
*The Experiential Fee is specifically for the J-term in Oaxaca. 3-Year students pay the Experiential Fee when they attend the J-term course in Oaxaca. The Experiential Fee does not include airfare to Oaxaca.
4+1 Students - Bard Undergraduates Only
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $40,860 |
| Fees |
$2,790 |
| Year-One Total | $43,650 |
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | |
|---|---|
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 |
| On-Campus Parking Permit | $200 |
| Total | $4,195 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $400 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,000 |
| Room & Board | $13,000 |
| Transportation | $1,000 |
| Oaxaca Expenses (plane tickets, additional means, etc.) | $1,200 |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 |
| Total | $18,605 |
*Health Insurance
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for Bard 4+1 students in either the M.S. in Environmental Policy or the M.S. in Climate Science & Policy.
| Breakdown of Fees | |
| Security Deposit | $500 |
| Registration Fee | $100 |
| Facilities Fee | $150 |
| Experiential Fee* | $1,250 |
| Prerequisite Exam | $200 |
| Health Services | $470 |
| Graduation Fee | $120 |
| Total | $2,790 |
*The Experiential Fee is specifically for the J-term in Oaxaca. The Experiential Fee does not include airfare to Oaxaca.
2-Year Students
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Tuition | $37,500 | $21,100 |
| Fees | $1,720 | $840 |
| Year-One Total | $39,220 | $21,940 |
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 | $3,995 |
| On-Campus Parking Permit | $200 | $200 |
| Total | $4,195 | $4,195 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Books & Supplies | $400 | $400 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Room & Board | $13,000 | $13,000 |
| Transportation | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 | $205 |
| Total | $18,605 | $18,605 |
*Health Insurance:
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for the 2-Year M.Ed. in Environmental Education.
| Breakdown of Fees | ||
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Security Deposit | $500 | N/A |
| Registration Fee | $100 | $100 |
| Facilities Fee | $150 | $150 |
| Experiential Fee* | $500 | N/A |
| Health Services | $470 | $470 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | $120 |
| Total | $1,720 | $840 |
*The Experiential Fee is specifically for the J-term course in the Catskills.
3-Year Students
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Tuition | PER CREDIT (6-12 credits per semester at $1,465 per credit) | $21,100 | |
| Fees** | $1,220 | $1,220 | $840 |
| Year-One Total | $XXXXX | $XXXXX |
$21,024 |
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 | $3,995 | $3,995 |
| On-Campus Parking Permit | $200 | $200 | $200 |
| Total | $4,195 | $4,195 | $4,195 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Books & Supplies | $200 | $200 | $200 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Room & Board | $13,000 | $13,000 | $13,000 |
| Transportation | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 | $205 | $205 |
| Total | $18,405 | $18,405 | $18,405 |
Please note: 3-Year tuition and fees is an illustration, as schedules are customized on a per-student basis. 3-Year tuition is billed on a per-credit ($1,465/credit) basis in the first two years of the program, and fees in this estimate assume that students complete the J-term course in their second year.
*Health Insurance
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for the 3-Year M.Ed. in Environmental Education.
| Breakdown of Fees | |||
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Security Deposit | $500 | N/A | N/A |
| Registration Fee | $100 | $100 | $100 |
| Facilities Fee | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| Experiential Fee* | N/A | $500 | N/A |
| Health Services Fee | $470 | $470 | $470 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | N/A | $120 |
| Total | $1,220 | $1,220 | $840 |
*3-Year students pay the Experiential Fee when they attend the J-term course in the Catskills.
Dual MS/MBA in Sustainability
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (MS Coursework) |
Year 2 (MBA Coursework + MS Internship) |
Year 3 (MBA Coursework + Capstones for both programs) |
|
| Tuition - MS | $45,530 | $4,542 | $22,710 |
| Tuition - MBA | N/A | $48,174 | $40,404 |
| Fees | $2,670 | $1,030 | $1,270 |
| Total | $48,200 | $53,746 | $64,384 |
Please note that the dual MS/MBA tuition shown above is intended to illustrate the total cost of the program. Students may complete the degree over three, four, or five years, and total tuition may vary depending on elective course selections. For more information about the dual degree and financial aid options, schedule a call with a GPS Admissions representative.
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (MS Coursework) |
Year 2 (MBA Coursework + MS Internship) |
Year 3 (MBA Coursework + Capstones for both programs) |
|
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 | $3,995 | $3,995 |
| On-Campus Parking Permit | $200 | N/A | N/A |
| Accounting Prerequisite Exam Fee** | N/A | $400 | NA |
| Total | $4,195 | $4,395 | $3,995 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (MS Coursework) |
Year 2 (MBA Coursework + MS Internship) |
Year 3 (MBA Coursework + Capstones for both programs) |
|
| Books & Supplies | $400 | $500 | $500 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Room & Board | $13,000 | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Transportation | $1,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 | $205 | $205 |
| Total | $18,605 | $25,705 | $25,705 |
*Health Insurance
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
**Prerequisite Fees
This fees is charged only during the first fall semester of the MBA for students who are required to complete the Accounting prerequisite courses as a condition of admission.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for the 3-Year Dual MS/MBA in Sustainability.
| Breakdown of Fees | |||
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
| Security Deposit | $500 | N/A | N/A |
| Registration Fee | $100 | $100 | $100 |
| Facilities Fee | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| Experiential Fee* | $1250 | N/A | N/A |
| Health Services Fee | $470 | N/A | N/A |
| MBA Program Fee | N/A | $750 | $750 |
| Carbon Offset Fee | N/A | $30 | $30 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | N/A | $120 |
| Total | $2,670 | $1,030 | $1,270 |
*The Experiential Fee is specifically for the J-term in Oaxaca. Dual MS/MBA students pay the Experiential Fee during Year 1, when they are required to attend the J-term in Oaxaca. The Experiential Fee does not include airfare to Oaxaca.
Dual MS/JD with the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (MS Coursework) |
Year 2 (L1 at Pace) |
Year 3 (L2 at Pace) |
Year 4 (L3 at Pace + MS Capstone) |
|
| Tuition (MS Only) | $45,530 | N/A | N/A | $21,196 |
| Fees | $2,670 | $500 | $500 | $245 |
| Total | $48,200 | $500 | $500 | $21,441 |
Please note that the dual MS/JD tuition shown above is intended to illustrate the total cost of the program. Students may complete the degree in the above format, or by joining Bard CEP following their second year at Pace. As a result, the total tuition may vary. For more information about the dual degree and financial aid options, schedule a call with a GPS Admissions representative.
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (MS Coursework) |
Year 2 (L1 at Pace) |
Year 3 (L2 at Pace) |
Year 4 (L3 at Pace + MS Capstone) |
|
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 | N/A | N/A | $3,995 |
| On-Campus Parking Permit | $200 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total | $4,195 | N/A | N/A | $3,995 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (MS Coursework) |
Year 2 (L1 at Pace) |
Year 3 (L2 at Pace) |
Year 4 (L3 at Pace + MS Capstone) |
|
| Books & Supplies | $400 | $500 | $500 | $500 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Room & Board | $13,000 | $20,000 | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Transportation | $1,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 | $205 | $205 | $205 |
| Total | $18,605 | $25,705 | $25,705 | $25,705 |
*Health Insurance
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for the 4-Year Dual MS/JD with with the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University.
| Breakdown of Fees |
||||
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | |
| Security Deposit | $500 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Registration Fee | $100 | N/A | N/A | $50 |
| Facilities Fee | $150 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Experiential Fee* | $1250 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Health Services Fee | $470 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Leave of Absence Fee | N/A | $500 | $500 | N/A |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | N/A | N/A | $120 |
| Total | $2,670 | $500 | $500 | $245 |
*The Experiential Fee is specifically for the J-term in Oaxaca. Dual MS/JD students pay the Experiential Fee during Year 1, when they are required to attend the J-term in Oaxaca. The Experiential Fee does not include airfare to Oaxaca.
Dual MS/MAT with the Bard Master of Arts in Teaching
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 (MS + MAT)* | |
| Tuition (MS Only) | $45,530 | $18,168 |
| Fees (MS Only) | $2,670 | $120 |
| Year-One Total | $48,200 | $18,288 |
*Please note that the Year 2 costs shown above do not represent the full cost of attendance. The amounts listed reflect charges billed through the M.S. program only. Students will also incur tuition and fees associated with the Bard Master of Arts in Teaching program during their MAT year.
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 | $3,995 |
| On-Campus Parking Permit | $200 | $200 |
| Total | $4,195 | $4,195 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Books & Supplies | $400 | $400 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Room & Board | $13,000 | $13,000 |
| Transportation | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Oaxaca Expenses (plane tickets, additional means, etc.) | $1,200 | N/A |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 | $205 |
| Total | $19,805 | $18,605 |
*Health Insurance
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for the 2-Year MS/MAT dual degree.
| Breakdown of Fees | ||
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Security Deposit | $500 | N/A |
| Registration Fee | $100 | N/A |
| Facilities Fee | $150 | N/A |
| Experiential Fee* | $1,250 | N/A |
| Prerequisite Exam | $200 | N/A |
| Health Services | $470 | N/A |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | $120 |
| Total | $2,670 | $120 |
*The Experiential Fee is specifically for the J-term in Oaxaca. Dual MS/MAT students pay the Experiential Fee during Year 1, when they are required to attend the J-term in Oaxaca. The Experiential Fee does not include airfare to Oaxaca.
Dual MEd/MAT with the Bard Master of Arts in Teaching
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 (MEd + MAT)* | |
| Tuition (MEd Only) | $37,500 | $2,930 |
| Fees (MEd Only) | $1,720 | $120 |
| Year-One Total | $39,220 | $3,050 |
*Please note that the Year 2 costs shown above do not represent the full cost of attendance. The amounts listed reflect charges billed through the M.Ed. program only. Students will also incur tuition and fees associated with the Bard Master of Arts in Teaching program during their MAT year.
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 | $3,995 |
| On-Campus Parking Permit | $200 | $200 |
| Total | $4,195 | $4,195 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Books & Supplies | $400 | $400 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Room & Board | $13,000 | $13,000 |
| Transportation | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 | $205 |
| Total | $18,605 | $18,605 |
*Health Insurance:
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for the MEd/MAT dual degree.
| Breakdown of Fees | ||
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
| Security Deposit | $500 | N/A |
| Registration Fee | $100 | N/A |
| Facilities Fee | $150 | N/A |
| Experiential Fee* | $500 | N/A |
| Health Services | $470 | N/A |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | $120 |
| Total | $1,720 | $120 |
*The Experiential Fee is specifically for the J-term course in the Catskills.
Professional Certificate in Sustainable Business
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $27,972 (18 credits) |
| Fees | $1,650 |
| Certificate Total | $ 29,622 (18 credits) |
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | |
|---|---|
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 |
| Accounting Prerequisite Exam Fee** | $400 |
| Microeconomics Prerequisite Exam Fee** | $400 |
| Total | $4,795 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $300 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,000 |
| Room & Board | $20,000 |
| Transportation | $2,000 |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 |
| Total | $25,505 |
*Health Insurance
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
**Prerequisite Fees
These fees are charged only during the first fall semester for students who are required to complete the Microeconomics and/or Accounting prerequisite courses as a condition of admission.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for the Professional Certificate in Sustainable Business, which is typically completed in one year.
| Breakdown of Fees | |
| Security Deposit | $500 |
| Registration Fee | $100 |
| Facilities Fee | $150 |
| Program Fee | $750 |
| Carbon Offset Fee | $30 |
| Graduation Fee | $120 |
| Total | $1,650 |
Professional Certificate in Environmental Policy OR Climate Science and Policy
| Expenses Billed by the College - Required | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $36,336 (24 Credits) |
| Fees | $1,540 |
| Total | $37,876 |
| Expenses Billed by the College - Optional | |
|---|---|
| Health Insurance* | $3,995 |
| On-Campus Parking Permit | $200 |
| Total | $4,195 |
| Estimated Expenses - Will vary by student | |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $400 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,000 |
| Room & Board | $13,000 |
| Transportation | $1,000 |
| Loan Origination Fee | $205 |
| Total | $18,605 |
*Health Insurance
Health Insurance is required for enrollment. It may be purchased through Bard or waived prior to enrollment with proof of existing insurance. Cost is NOT included in tuition & fees total.
Explanation of Fees
All students are required to pay fees, which help to pay for a variety of services. The below chart provides the Breakdown of Fees for the Professional Certificate in Environmental Policy OR Climate Science & Policy, which is typically completed in one year.
| Breakdown of Fees | |
| Security Deposit | $500 |
| Registration Fee | $100 |
| Facilities Fee | $150 |
| Prerequisite Exam | $200 |
| Health Services | $470 |
| Graduation Fee | $120 |
| Total | $1,540 |
Explanation of Fees
In addition to tuition, students are charged program-specific fees. Not all fees apply to every program. Refer to your program's tuition table above to determine which fees apply to you.
Understanding Program Fees
| Fee | Amount | Description |
| Security Deposit |
$500 |
The security deposit is a one-time-only charge, which is billed in the students first semester. It is refundable at the completion of a students' course of study at the College. |
| Registration Fee |
$100 |
Supports registration and enrollment services. Charged annually and split between the fall and spring semesters. |
| Facilities Fee |
$150 |
Supports campus facilities and student resources and provides access to campus facilities for on-campus students. Charged annually and split between the fall and spring semesters. |
| Experiential Fee (MS) |
$1,250 |
Charged during the spring semester in which students participate in the required January-term course in Oaxaca, Mexico. Airfare is not included. |
| Experiential Fee (MEd) |
$500 |
Charged during the spring semester in which students participate in the required January-term course in the Catskills. |
| Prerequisite Exam (MS) |
$200 |
Applicable only to M.S. students. Charged during the first fall semester and covers the required Quantitative Workshop prerequisite. |
| Accounting Prerequisite Course Fee |
$400 |
Charged during the fall semester to MBA students required to complete Accounting as a condition of admission. |
| Microeconomics Prerequisite Course Fee |
$400 |
Charged during the fall semester to MBA students required to complete Microeconomics as a condition of admission. |
| Health Services Fee |
$470 |
The campus health services fee, which provides access to the health and counseling center, is required for all on-campus students. It is charged annually and split between the fall and spring semesters. Additional charges may be incurred during the academic year related to medications or other provided services. Information regarding additional charges is available at the Health Services Office. |
| MBA Program Fee |
$750 |
Supports MBA program resources and services. Charged annually and split between the fall and spring semesters. |
| Carbon Offset Fee (MBA) |
$30 |
Charged during the fall semester and supports the Bard MBA's carbon offset initiatives. Only MBA students are charged the Carbon Offset Fee. |
| Graduation Fee |
$120 |
Charged during the semester in which a student completes a degree program and covers graduation-related expenses. As the fee is assessed per degree, students completing a dual-degree program will be charged a graduation fee for each degree awarded. |
| Leave of Absence (LOA) |
$250 |
Charged each semester a student is approved for a leave of absence or maintenance of status. |
Health Insurance
All students enrolled in the Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability are required to maintain health insurance that provides coverage in the Hudson Valley, where Bard's main campus is located.
Students are automatically enrolled in Bard College's student health insurance plan unless they submit proof of qualifying health insurance coverage and receive an approved waiver. Students whose waiver requests are not approved will remain enrolled in the College's plan, and the insurance premium will be billed through Student Accounts.
For the 2026–2027 academic year, the annual student health insurance premium is $3,995. This charge is billed during the fall semester and is separate from tuition and program fees.
For more information about plan benefits, eligibility requirements, waiver instructions, and important deadlines, please visit the Bard Health Services website.
Payment Schedule
Enrollment Deposit
Upon accepting an offer of admission, new students submit a nonrefundable enrollment deposit of $515 per degree (students enrolling in a dual-degree program submit one deposit for each degree). The deposit is typically due four weeks after admission and financial aid decisions are released.
Of the $515 enrollment deposit, $500 is applied toward the student's first semester charges.
Tuition + Fees
Tuition and fees are billed by semester, with the academic year's charges generally divided into two installments based on fall and spring/summer enrollment. Billing statements reflect tuition, mandatory fees, and any applicable financial aid.
Fall charges are due in late June or late July, while spring/summer charges are due in late November or late December. Summer courses are billed with the spring semester, allowing eligible students to use financial aid toward summer tuition.
Payment Plan
Bard offers optional payment plans that allow students to spread semester charges over three or five monthly payments. For more information and enrollment instructions, visit the Student Financial Services website.
Refund Policy
Students who choose to withdraw from the Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability must submit an official notice of withdrawal to their program administration. The date the notice is received determines the applicable tuition refund.
Tuition Refund Schedule:
- Before the first day of classes or workshops: 100% tuition refund, minus the nonrefundable enrollment deposit.
- During the first week of classes or workshops: 75% tuition refund.
- During the second week: 60% tuition refund.
- During the third or fourth week: 30% tuition refund.
- After the fourth week: No tuition refund.
Financial Aid
Students receiving financial aid who withdraw from the program may have their financial aid adjusted or returned in accordance with institutional and federal policies.
- Institutional fellowships are reduced by the same percentage as the tuition refund.
- Federal Direct Loans are recalculated in accordance with federal Return of Title IV Funds regulations, which may require Bard to return a portion of the loan to the U.S. Department of Education.
As these adjustments may affect a student's account balance and any refund they receive, students considering withdrawal are encouraged to consult with the Office of Student Financial Services before withdrawing.
Nonrefundable Charges
The following charges are nonrefundable:
- Enrollment deposit
- Housing payments
- Registration fees
- Student health insurance premiums
- Facilities fees