Classical Studies at Bard is supported by a range of awards and scholarships.
Awards and Scholarships
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Classical Studies Scholarship
The Classical Studies Scholarship recognizes academically outstanding students committed to classical studies. Scholarships are awarded for up to four years and are awarded based on need. Scholarships do not adjust annually. If awarded, a student must maintain a 3.3 grade point average or higher while earning at least 32 credits per year. Please submit the scholarship form with your Bard application, by November 1 for early applicants or January 1 for regular decision applicants.
For Applying Students
Classical Studies Scholarship
The Classical Studies Scholarship recognizes academically outstanding students committed to classical studies. Scholarships are awarded for up to four years and are awarded based on need. Scholarships do not adjust annually. If awarded, a student must maintain a 3.3 grade point average or higher while earning at least 32 credits per year. Please submit the scholarship form with your Bard application, by November 1 for early applicants or January 1 for regular decision applicants.
Recipients are also eligible for a $1,500 stipend for classics-related summer programs (e.g. archaeological excavations, American School at Athens / Rome, language study) following their sophomore or junior year. Transfer students are also eligible for Classical Studies Scholarship funding. -
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Summer Access Awards in Classical Studies
The Classical Studies program is pleased to offer need-based awards to assist Classics students in pursuing summer opportunities related to their studies. The aim of these awards is to make access to summer activities in Classics more equitable. Students may apply for the Summer Language Study in Greek and Latin Award, or the Classical Studies Research Award. Application deadline: March 1.
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Other Awards and Funding
Beyond Bard’s own summer awards, we encourage you to seek additional sources for funding.
- Society for Classical Studies: Many different scholarship opportunities collected in one place, including some directed to support students of color pursuing classical studies.