Bard High School Early College, high school in Manhattan, New York City
Bard High School Early College is a high school in Manhattan where students complete both a high school diploma and two years of college simultaneously. The brick building has high ceilings and large windows overlooking the East River, with small classes run as college-style seminars and discussions.
The school opened in 2001 as a partnership between Bard College and the New York City Department of Education. This collaboration created a new educational path, allowing students to earn college credits for free while in high school.
The school's name reflects its dual mission of combining high school with early college study. Students from all parts of the city bring diverse backgrounds, and conversations about philosophy and literature happen naturally in hallways and classrooms.
The school is housed in a brick building on East Houston Street in Manhattan with accessible classrooms and a library containing a writing center and math center. Classes start at nine in the morning, and students should expect three to five hours of homework daily, so strong time management is important.
The entire program is completely free for all students regardless of family income, making it a rare opportunity. This free dual credential path sets it apart from other schools and truly makes advanced college study accessible to everyone.
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