Undergraduate (typically second-, third-, and fourth-year) students enrolled in North American colleges or universities are invited to apply. All program applicants should begin the application process by creating an account in Bard’s international applicant portal, Studio Abroad. Follow the links above based on the type of program you want to attend. Apply for the Semester or Academic Year!Apply for the Theater Intensive!
Application Deadlines
Fall and Academic Year
Spring
Summer Theater Intensive
Early decision: March 15
Early decision: October 1
March 15
Regular decision: April 1
Regular decision: October 15
Early applications are strongly encouraged. Applicants should receive notification of their admission status within two weeks of completing the application process.
1. Start your online program application. 2. Read the application guide available within the online system. 3. Complete the general application form and the program supplement, including essay. 4. Through the online system, request two academic recommendations. 5. Through the online system, request one study abroad advisor recommendation. 6. Request your college transcript(s) be sent to Bard Abroad.
Additional application requirement for the Summer Theater Intensive: Provide a link to a one- to two-minute video of performance work you’ve created and/or performed.
Passport and Visa Requirements
At the time of application, students must have a valid passport, be in the process of obtaining a new passport, or be in the process of renewing a current passport. According to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, passports must be valid for a minimum of six months after the date of return to the United States.
All Begin in Berlin and Bard in Berlin Study Abroad Program participants are required by Bard Abroad to obtain a German residence visa/long stay visa for students before departing for their term abroad. Students who are non-U.S. passport holders should apply early and contact our office when they start the application process. Non-U.S. passport holders may require more time to obtain the appropriate travel documents, which must be in hand before departure. Students are responsible for obtaining the required documentation necessary to enter the country. All students must arrive on campus on the designated start date of the program.
All students should notify Bard Abroad upon acceptance into the program if they have plans to travel around Europe before or after their program ends. Students must comply with European immigration rules, which have strict limits on how long one can remain in the Schengen area.