Upcoming Beyond Barnard Information sessions! ~ SIPA, IEOR, SEAS Computer Science, and Engineering 4+1 Pathways

Please see the information down below for four upcoming Beyond Barnard information sessions. These sessions offer great guidance for students interested in the SIPA, IEOR, SEAS Computer Science, and Engineering 4+1 Pathways!

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SIPA 4+1 Info Session

Tuesday, 11/10 | 12pm | Register on Handshake

In this session, attendees will learn about the Accelerated 4+1 Pathway with Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA). We'll discuss the overall application process, and what you need to know to plan your Barnard program to be able to fit in SIPA coursework beginning your senior year at Barnard and finishing the degree in year 5 at Columbia.

IEOR 4+1 Info Session

Friday, 11/20 | 1pm | Register on Handshake

Join us for an overview of the 4+1 pathway open to Barnard students considering a BA/MS through Barnard and Columbia Engineering. This info session will focus specifically on the IEOR pathway within the Engineering school.

SEAS Computer Science 4+1 Info Session

Tuesday, 11/17 | 1pm | Register on Handshake

Join us for an overview of the 4+1 pathway open to Barnard students considering a BA/MS through Barnard and Columbia Engineering. This info session will focus specifically on the Computer Science pathway within the Engineering school. 

Engineering 4+1: Chemical, Biomedical, Mechanical, Civil & Electrical Engineering

Thursday, 11/19 | 4pm | Register on Handshake

Join us for an overview of the 4+1 pathway open to Barnard students considering a BA/MS through Barnard and Columbia's Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS). This info session will focus specifically on the Chemical, Biomedical, Mechanical, Civil and Electrical Engineering concentrations within the SEAS 4+1 pathway.

2026-2027 Class Dean Daily Walk-In Hours! -- Extended hours running from 3:00-4:30PM (11/9-11/20 ONLY)

Got a quick question?

Need to talk to someone ASAP? You can meet with any available dean on call and speak with them either in-person or virtually over Zoom!

If you want to be sure you can talk at length, please make an appointment via our Slate online scheduler or contact us at doas@barnard.edu or 212-854-2024

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Every weekday (Monday-Friday) from 3:00-4:00PM Eastern Time -- Extended hours running from 3:00-4:30PM (11/9-11/20 ONLY)

• Enter waiting room via this Walk-In Hours Zoom Link or visit 105 Milbank Hall
  
• We will see students on a first-come, first-served basis. 
• If we run out of time and can't see you, we apologize for the inconvenience and encourage you to schedule an appointment, to try walk-ins on a different day, or for time-sensitive matters, call the office at 212-854-2024 during business hours.

Meet with your adviser by November 20th for Spring 2027 registration!

Here is a flyer to remind you that all students are to meet with their advisers by Friday, November 20th to discuss registration for the Spring 2027 term! Please note that this meeting is required!

Alumnae Relations

Please see the flyer down below for Alumnae Relations--Office of Advancement. Their team is dedicated to helping alumnae stay engaged with the Barnard community post-graduation through various programming, volunteer opportunities, and more!

Mary Brennan, Senior Associate Director of Young Alum and Student Engagement, works closely with SEE, Beyond Barnard, SGA, etc., on increasing engagement between their office and students, as well as help build a strong student to alum transition for them. She is a great resource for helping students (especially student clubs inviting alum to their events!)

You can also find the contact information for Alumnae Relations at the bottom of the flyer if you would like to reach out to them or have any further questions!

So You Want to Be a Writer? Creative Writing Program Community Event on November 9th!

Please see the flyer down below for an upcoming Creative Writing Program community event on November 9th that's open to all Barnard students!

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So You Want to Be a Writer?
Monday, November 9th

12PM in Milstein LL001

Do you enjoy writing poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction or just in your diary? Come meet other student writers, do a free-write, and eat some pizza and snacks. Associate Director Ken Chen will discuss spring workshops and the Creative Writing Program and answer all your writing questions! All Barnard students are welcome, and no RSVP is required!

Upcoming Beyond Barnard Events for students!

Please see the information down below for two upcoming Beyond Barnard information sessions with majors and minors. These sessions offer great guidance for students interested in competitive funding pathways, graduate study, and research!

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QMSS 4+1 Info Session

Wednesday, 10/28 | 12pm | Register on Handshake

Join us for an overview of the Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences (QMSS) 4+1 pathway. Barnard students from any major are invited to learn more about this opportunity to earn a BA from Barnard College and an MA from Columbia's Graduate School of the Arts and Sciences: QMSS. Faculty and administrators from Columbia and Barnard will review the application process, areas of study within the QMSS program, and course planning to successfully complete your BA and MA. 

Columbia Business School Deferred Enrollment MBA Program and MS Programs Info Session 

Wednesday, 11/11 | 12pm| Register on Handshake

Curious about Columbia Business School and what an MBA could mean for your career? Join us for an introductory session designed to help you explore business school options, clarify application prep, and evaluate how graduate business education fits into your goals.

How to elect the P/D/F option by the **Dec 14** deadline

The last day to elect or undo the p/d/f option is the last day of classes, Monday, December 14th, 2026 (unlike in past years, it is not the same as the W deadline -- W deadline remains November 19th).

Also, note that courses taken p/d/f this year are subject to the current rules. Read all about p/d/f on the Registrar's website.

• Barnard students can elect P/D/F grading in one course per term during the academic year (fall/spring). This is in addition to any courses with mandatory pass/fail grading. A class in which the P grade is uncovered is still counted towards the one course per term P/D/F limit.
• Classes taken for P/D/F grading can be applied to general education requirements. 
• You cannot elect P/D/F grading for any course that is needed to fulfill major or minor requirements. It is your responsibility to be sure that you understand this policy and to consult with your department if you have any questions. Please note that if you elect P/D/F grading in a class that your Department Chair determines is required for your major or minor requirements, the “pass” grade will be administratively uncovered by the Registrar’s Office at the point of graduation, which could affect both your term and cumulative GPA. Dean’ List status can also be affected by this.

Grading

The instructor is not informed when a student elects the P/D/F grading option. The instructor will assign a letter grade in SSOL, which will be converted to P/D/F on your transcript.

A letter grade of A+ through C- will appear on the transcript as a P, and will not count in the GPA.
A letter grade of D will appear on the transcript as a D, and will count in the GPA.
A letter grade of F will appear on the transcript as an F, and will count in the GPA.

 

To elect the P/D/F Grading option:

-If you are interested in electing Pass/D/Fail (P/D/F) grading for a particular course, we recommend that you speak with your academic adviser or class dean to discuss this decision and whether it will be beneficial for your specific situation and longer-term goals.

-This option is open in Vergil through the P/D/F deadline (see academic calendar).

-If you are already registered for the class, click the "manage" button and change the grading option to P/D/F.

-If you are newly registering for the class, you can select the P/D/F grading option while registering.

This form can be used to elect Pass/D/Fail for a course where that option is not available in Vergil.

 

 Pro Tip:

-If you drop or officially withdraw from a class that you had previously P/D/F'd, you should also revoke the p/d/f so that it won't count towards your p/d/f limit.

FAQ:

Q: My course doesn't have a P/D/F option in Vergil! Does that mean I can't take it p/d/f????

A: No! If you can't elect p/d/f in Vergil, you can use this Slate form to do it!

DEADLINE REMINDER: November 19th is the last day to withdraw from a class and receive a W

The deadline to withdraw from a Fall 2026 class is Thursday, November 19th. Withdrawn classes will not affect your GPA and you will not earn credit for them, but they will remain on your transcript, and a W will be entered in place of the final grade.

Note: You may not withdraw from a class if doing so would leave you with fewer than 12 credits.

 

To withdraw from a class, use this online form , following these steps:


1. Consult with your adviser.

2. Get an email from your adviser confirming they approve you to withdraw from this specific class.

3. Download that email as a PDF or save a screenshot of it.

4. Complete and submit the online W form on or before the W deadline, uploading your adviser’s confirmation email when prompted to do so.

5. You will receive an email confirmation once your W request is processed, ordinarily within two business days. 

6. Within a week or so, you will see a W next to the class on your transcript.

Law Focus: BU, GW, UCLA, and UT-Austin Law Schools Information Session today!

Beyond Barnard will be hosting a law school information session ("Law Focus: BU, GW, UCLA, and UT-Austin Law Schools Information Session") for students today, October 15th, 2026 from 12:00PM-1:30PM in Barnard Hall, Sulzberger Parlor (In person). There will be law school panel featuring representatives from four law schools

You can register here if you are interested in exploring law school and would like to attend this session!

Applying to Medical or Dental School in 2027?

Students who are considering applying to medical or dental school in Summer 2027 are invited to attend a virtual session on Tuesday, October 13th at 5:30PM to learn more about Barnard's Committee Process, which helps prepare students and graduates for their professional school applications.

Register here to attend, and reach out to Dr. Amanda Dye (amdye@barnard.edu) to be added to our applicant mailing list! 

Applications for Fall 2026 EMP open!

Juniors and seniors from all majors and career interests are invited to apply to the Fall 2026 Executive Mentorship Program (EMP). Selected students will attend a series of three meetings with guest speakers who hold leadership positions in diverse organizations and businesses. Students will have the opportunity to hear about leaders' unique career paths, their approaches to management and leadership, and make what we hope will be long-term, valuable connections across fields. Learn more and see examples of past speakers here. 

Submit your application by Sunday, October 25 at 11:59 PM. Questions? Please email Amanda Dye at amdye@barnard.edu.