Bard College
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Bard College is a program provider offering 3 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, and Intensive Language abroad programs in 3 countries such as Kyrgyzstan, Germany, and United States.
At Bard College, we believe that truly transformative education happens when students step beyond familiar surroundings. Through Bard Abroad, we offer a select suite of academically rigorous and immersive programming—with direct enrollment opportunities at our affiliated campuses in Berlin, Bishkek, Vienna, and East Jerusalem, as well as our Bard NYC program.
Our programs are distinct: students integrate fully into local academic communities, enrolling in courses at foreign universities alongside local and international peers—far beyond the typical "American-style" study abroad model. Whether attending classes in German, Russian, Arabic, English, or other languages, Bard students immerse themselves in vibrant cultural and intellectual environments across roughly 50 countries each year.
We also offer short-term intensives—summer or winter language, arts, and theater programs abroad—further tailored to deepen our students’ academic and creative engagement.
With a foundation in liberal arts ideals, Bard Abroad emphasizes close mentorship, language acquisition, and cultural immersion. Our signature centers, such as Bard College Berlin and the American University of Central Asia in Bishkek, provide dynamic classrooms, internship opportunities, and rich intercultural exchange.
Every participant enters through a thoughtful academic petition process and benefits from dedicated advising to support credit transfer, financial aid, and preparation. Bard Abroad prepares students to grow intellectually and personally—equipping them to become engaged global citizens ready for an interconnected world.
For more information, visit https://www.bard.edu/bardabroad/all-students/programs/.
Study Abroad with Bard College
"Very worthwhile "
Anneliese P Wellesley College
"Really enjoyed Berlin and traveling. "
Julia B Wellesley College
"New friends, some German, greater appreciation for arts, became more interested in my own creative expression"
Madison w Wellesley College
"I feel like I really came into myself this semester. Since I didn't have to worry so much about academics I really threw myself into exploration, getting to know people, and figuring out how I wanted to live my life post-graduation. My confidence improved so much and I even joined a local rugby team!"
Elle D Wellesley College
"It was absolutely worth it. I think I learned a lost about how to appreciate and adapt to other cultures while you are in them every day, I think I learned more about what being impendent looks like (when you are so far from what used to be familiar so how to support yourself). I think I also just gained a lot of life long memor..."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned so much from my non-American friends about the world, so worthwhile"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to live independently and explore a new city on my own. "
A student Wellesley College
"worthwhile good program"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned so much from the students I met there and I started building a network in Berlin mostly through my internship. Would do it again because of these friendships and connections. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to advocate for myself, how to take risks, and what I truly want to study. It was absolutely worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"It was worth studying abroad in Berlin. I learned about diversity by meeting various students and other people from Europe, Asia, Middle East, etc. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to be emotionally independent, how to live in a city, and how to problem solve on the go."
A student Wellesley College
"I know some of these are going to sound cheesy but I learned more about my own prejudices and misconceptions about people. This experience challenged my thinking about the U.S., Russia, Soviet times, propaganda, culture, religion, etc. I learned just how we assume things about each other and the history we learn in classrooms is..."
Roksana G Middlebury College
"I was able to explore a new region of the world, be immersed in a culture that few in the States are even aware of, create lasting friendships, take courses in disciplines I would otherwise not have explored. I am so grateful I had the opportunity to spend a semester in Bishkek."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned so much about Central Asian history, culture, languages, and customs while living in Kyrgyzstan. Anyone interested in learning a Turkic language, understanding the complexities of the Soviet Union, practicing Russian, or living a nomadic life should definitely consider studying abroad with this program. It was definite..."
A student Wellesley College
