Bard Early College

Bard Early College is a higher secondary school in Long Island City, NY. The institution provides a tuition-free, rigorous immersion in college study, replacing the final two years of traditional high school with a seamless pathway to higher education. Serving students through a model of academic quality and innovation, the school focuses on providing an accessible liberal arts and sciences education.

As a network of satellite campuses of Bard College, the program is designed to bridge the gap between high school and college, particularly for low-income and underrepresented communities. The curriculum is built upon the belief that authentic college study serves as the best post-secondary preparation. By offering an undergraduate liberal arts education at no cost and providing tailored support services, the school aims to increase student success and foster civic and intellectual engagement.

The school is located on Thomson Ave, near the Academy of Finance and Enterprise and LaGuardia Community College. It is also a short distance from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and situated near Queens Boulevard.

Bard Early College is recognized for its commitment to equity and its role in the national movement for early college education. The institution is known for its dedication to academic excellence and its ability to empower students to meet extraordinary challenges through a supportive, inclusive classroom environment.

Bard Early College continues to provide an impactful, transformative educational experience for students in Long Island City.