Bard College at Simon's Rock Reviews
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Chanel from Germantown, MD
06/02/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 1 of 4
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Liberal Arts, a few types of science majors, and philosophy.
Tips for prospective students If you plan on staying four years, ignore the following. TAKE ALL OF YOUR PREREQS BUT CALC. If you have to take calc, wait until you transfer because it isn't 100% that it'll transfer.
Bang for the buck It's way too overpriced.
Am enjoying being here The people here are AMAZING. I've meet some of my favorite people. The only down side is... unless you have a car... you are stuck on this campus. Going into town can only satisfy you needs for about a week. And don't get me started about when it snows...
Am learning a lot Depending on your major, you'll either have plethora of classes, or will only be able to complete you prereqs. It sometimes sucks because a class might not be offered a certain semester or every other year and if you plan on transferring you'll have to wait.
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AA graduate
06/05/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 2 of 4
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Simon's Rock is a community of very unique individuals. We all come from different experiences, but we all share that drive that gives us a desire to begin college early. We are quirky, and erratic, but also determined and ambitious.
Tips for prospective students Just be yourself! Simon's Rock admissions process is known for not placing complete emphasis on the numbers; they want to know you for who you are. Don't feel intimated by other applicants who may seem to be more qualified than you because we each bring our own uniqueness to the table. Show it!
Bang for the buck Simon's Rock is admittedly quite expensive, however they try to give you what they can so that you can attend. Whether or not it will be worth the money is ultimately up to you and what you make out of the community at Simon's Rock. There are a plethora of opportunities for you to take advantage of, but if you choose not to utilize them, that is your decision.
Am enjoying being here Simon's Rock is a bit like the island of misfit toys. Many of the students who come here left high school because they were more motivated and engaged than their peers, so a lot of people make very special connections with both students and faculty. However, it is college and with that comes a lot of stress and adjustment. Ultimately, it is up to you to make your experience at Simon's Rock enjoyable.
Am learning a lot Studying the sciences at Simon's Rock can be a bit tricky, since it is very small and is known for its liberal arts. However, although not many classes are offered continuously, the classes that given are very challenging and the professors are helpful. The classes are super small and it's easy to get to personally know your class and professor. Upper level classes in the BA program are offered as tutorials.
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Theresa from Middletown, NY
03/02/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 3 of 4
Categories Comments Campus Safety security is always on call, and the dorm buildings are accessible only by id card. guests must be registered.
Greek Life there is none.
Clubs and Activities there are so many! they're always hosting events and are the powerhouse of campus life.
Great for these types of students anybody who's looking for a small school with very personalized programs.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus suit tuesday - it's pretty self-explanatory. we wear suits on tuesdays.
Bang for the buck the best part about it is getting out of high school a couple years early. it definitely saves lots of money if you're in private schools. the kids are also pretty great and diverse. everybody fits in somewhere, and for the most part in multiple somewheres.
What to do for fun there are many, many on-campus events, including guest speakers; movie screenings; concerts; festivals; and dances (which are held pretty much weekly). besides that, there's always the town, which is small but great if you know where to go.
Food and Dining the dining hall food is very hit and miss. many people live on pizza, which is generally considered the most consistently good food on campus. they have many events with special food for the occasion. on discovery days and parents weekends, the food is great - they go all out! otherwise, the snack bar is a popular place to eat between 7 and 11 pm.
Dorm Life the tri-dorms (all freshmen live here) are a bit grody - those who get into kendrick (the newest, cleanest of the three; also co-ed) are very lucky. meanwhile crosby and dolliver (female dorm and male dorm, respectively) are outdated. the heating/lighting/space/etc. is all sufficient, though.the rest of the dorms are very nice.
Academic Rigor some weeks it's easy to become stressed with the amount of readings, worksheets, papers, etc. we sometimes have, but i always make it through alright and with time for extracurricular activities and downtime.
Tips for prospective students don't stress out! the people in admissions are very sweet and honestly do their best to accomodate you. most of the school does.the workload sounds scary, but it's not as bad as you're anticipaiting.
In three sentences the teachers are great; the administration is for the most part very good. student life on campus is very active. great barrington consists essentially of main street and a few small streets adjoining to it, and can sometimes be boring.
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Karishma from Newport News, VA
06/16/2013Reviewer is A past student here.
4 of 4
Categories Comments Greek Life There are no sororities/fraternities.
Bang for the buck Simon's Rock is a really expensive school and has its pros and cons. It isn't for everyone but it does give out a lot of scholarships. Most students transfer after one or two years because students get an Associates Degree after two years and can transfer into another college as a junior.
What to do for fun There is always a lot of campus events and there is a dance every Saturday which students DJ and people get pretty into it. There are a bunch of clubs and you can always start your own club or make your own event on campus.
Food and Dining People complain a lot about the dining hall but the food is always edible and there are vegetarian and vegan options.
Dorm Life Freshmen dorms aren't too great but it's typical dorm life as there would be at any other school.
Academic Rigor The course level and work load at Simon's Rock is comparable to Ivy League schools. It's pretty tough.
Tips for prospective students You have to be well prepared to attend college because it will not be as easy as high school. Everyone at Simon's Rock did great in school so don't be disappointed if your grades aren't as good as they were before. Try to maintain a balance and stay focused.
In three sentences Simon's Rock is a great place for high school students who are ready to attend college one or two years early. The professors are wonderful and there is a unique, small community at the rock.
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