Events
Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability offers a range of events from online webinar, to class visits, to public events.
Center for Environmental Policy Campus Visits (Ongoing)
Annandale-on-Hudson, NY
Whether you are hoping to better understand class structure, make connections with faculty and current students, or get a feel for campus culture - visiting campus is the best way to find out if Bard Center for Environmental Policy is the right fit for you. When you register for a campus visit, our Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability admissions staff work with you to customize an on-campus experience when it is convenient for you. Your visit may include:
- Attending classes
- Having lunch with current students
- Meetings with faculty
- Taking a campus tour
When to Visit:
We want you to visit when it works best for you. However, there are some time frames and days of the week that will set you up for a more enjoyable experience. To request a visit, click "RSVP" and please read through the information about when it is best to visit before selecting your preferred dates.
Online Info Session
Online
November 12, 2024
07:00 PM EST
Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability holds online informational sessions for prospective students to learn more about graduate school options in our MBA in Sustainability and Center for Environmental Policy programs.
Join us to learn about our programs directly from Director Eban Goodstein and the admissions team. There will be a time for questions at the end of the session.
WHAT WE COVER:
- Overview of graduate program offerings
- Alumni success and career outcomes
- Admissions information
- Financial aid and scholarships
- Prerequisite course information
- Tips for a standout application
A $65 application fee waiver is available to those who participate in the webinar.
Informational Webinar for International Students
Online
November 14, 2024
12:00 PM EST
Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability (GPS) holds online informational webinars specifically for prospective international students. Learn about Bard GPS programs and the admissions process directly from the Bard GPS team. There will be a time for questions at the end of the session.
WHAT WE COVER:
- Overview of graduate program offerings available to international students
- Admissions information, specifically for international students
- Prerequisite course information
- Funding opportunities and scholarships
- Tips for a standout application
A $65 application fee waiver is available to those who participate in the webinar.
Weekend in the City
Brooklyn, NY
November 16, 2024
11:00 AM EST
Each semester, the Bard MBA in Sustainability invites those individuals who have already started an application to attend an extended residency visit at their location in Brooklyn, NY. This visit gives applicants the opportunity to not only experience a residency for themselves, but to truly embed themselves into the community. Those who attend can expect to:
- Participate in classes
- Enjoy meals with MBA community members
- Take part in private meetings with both current students and faculty
- Attend the MBA community meeting
If you are interested in learning more about this visit opportunity, please provide your contact information below. For any questions about the MBA Weekend in the City or other visit availability, please reach out to our admissions team at gpsadmissions@bard.edu.
Please note: The Bard MBA is mask-friendly. We do not require masks, however students, faculty, and guests are welcome to wear them.
Virtual Open House
Online
November 20, 2024
07:00 PM EST
Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability holds virtual open houses for prospective students to learn more about graduate school options in our MBA in Sustainability and Center for Environmental Policy programs.
During these open houses, prospective students have the opportunity to meet with alumni and faculty from their program of interest. It's the perfect way to connect with the Bard GPS community, and get any questions answered about the student experience directly from those who know it best - the faculty and alumni of the programs.
What we cover:
- Overview of graduate program offerings
- Student experience
- Alumni career outcomes
- General admissions and financial aid information
A $65 application fee waiver is available at the end of the session to those who participate in the webinar.
Online Info Session
Online
December 10, 2024
07:00 PM EST
Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability holds online informational sessions for prospective students to learn more about graduate school options in our MBA in Sustainability and Center for Environmental Policy programs.
Join us to learn about our programs directly from Director Eban Goodstein and the admissions team. There will be a time for questions at the end of the session.
WHAT WE COVER:
- Overview of graduate program offerings
- Alumni success and career outcomes
- Admissions information
- Financial aid and scholarships
- Prerequisite course information
- Tips for a standout application
A $65 application fee waiver is available to those who participate in the webinar.
MBA Residency Visit
Annandale-on-Hudson
December 14, 2024
11:30 AM EST
Attending a residency visit provides you the opportunity to better understand the Bard MBA weekend residency structure, make connections with faculty and current students, and get a feel for our community's culture. It is truly the best way to see if the Bard MBA in Sustainability is the right fit for you.
The December visit is particularly special, as it marks the end of semester as well as the annual Bard MBA in Sustainability internal pitch competition -- Disrupt to Sustain (D2S). This year we are inviting applicants to attend the final round of the D2S competition on Sunday, December 15th, which is followed by the annual community holiday party.
During this visit, you can expect to:
- Attend classes
- Take part in a private meeting with Director Eban Goodstein
- Attend the final round of the D2S pitch competition
- Enjoy our annual holiday party with MBA community members
We will share the full schedule the week of your visit, including exact times. However, so that you can better plan, we are providing the general times below:
- Saturday, December 14th from 11:30am to 8:30pm (Class visit)
- Sunday, December 15th from 4:30pm to 9:00pm (D2S + Holiday Party)*
*This is an approximation, the exact start time varies from year to year.
If you are interested in visiting on either Saturday, December 14th and/or Sunday, December 15th, please fill out the form below and the Bard GPS Admissions Team will follow up with additional information! If you have any questions, please reach out to our admissions team at gpsadmissions@bard.edu.
Please note: The Bard MBA is mask-friendly. We do not require masks, however students, faculty, and guests are welcome to wear them.
Informational Webinar for International Students
Online
January 23, 2025
12:00 PM EST
Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability (GPS) holds online informational webinars specifically for prospective international students. Learn about Bard GPS programs and the admissions process directly from the Bard GPS team. There will be a time for questions at the end of the session.
WHAT WE COVER:
- Overview of graduate program offerings available to international students
- Admissions information, specifically for international students
- Prerequisite course information
- Funding opportunities and scholarships
- Tips for a standout application
A $65 application fee waiver is available to those who participate in the webinar.
Virtual Open House
Online
January 29, 2025
07:00 PM EST
Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability holds virtual open houses for prospective students to learn more about graduate school options in our MBA in Sustainability and Center for Environmental Policy programs.
During these open houses, prospective students have the opportunity to meet with alumni and faculty from their program of interest. It's the perfect way to connect with the Bard GPS community, and get any questions answered about the student experience directly from those who know it best - the faculty and alumni of the programs.
What we cover:
- Overview of graduate program offerings
- Student experience
- Alumni career outcomes
- General admissions and financial aid information
A $65 application fee waiver is available at the end of the session to those who participate in the webinar.
Virtual Open House
Online
March 26, 2025
07:00 PM EST
Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability holds virtual open houses for prospective students to learn more about graduate school options in our MBA in Sustainability and Center for Environmental Policy programs.
During these open houses, prospective students have the opportunity to meet with alumni and faculty from their program of interest. It's the perfect way to connect with the Bard GPS community, and get any questions answered about the student experience directly from those who know it best - the faculty and alumni of the programs.
What we cover:
- Overview of graduate program offerings
- Student experience
- Alumni career outcomes
- General admissions and financial aid information
A $65 application fee waiver is available at the end of the session to those who participate in the webinar.
Want to learn more?
Let's chat!
We love to chat one-on-one with aspiring change agents. Our team is happy to schedule a call to discuss your sustainability career goals and tell you more about our various programs.