Bard College is a private liberal arts college in Annandale-on-Hudson, New York, founded in 1860. Set on a stunning 1,000-acre campus on the banks of the Hudson River, Bard is known for its progressive, interdisciplinary approach to education and its vibrant arts community. The college requires all first-year students to live on campus and offers a range of residential options from traditional dormitories to language houses and themed communities. Bard's residential life emphasizes intellectual discourse, artistic creativity, and community engagement.