Campus Access

Barnard campus gates with the Barnard "B" sign

About Access

Campus access will be defined by one of four levels to ensure that Barnard remains a welcoming and safe place for our community to live and learn. The primary entrance point for campus is the main gate at 117th Street and Broadway. Details about each level are available below.

Level B is the default access level for campus unless otherwise announced by the College.

The access level will be adjusted to reflect current circumstances and will take into account any information or potential events that could affect the College’s operations. These levels are subject to change based on evolving circumstances.

Current Access Level

Level B

Barnard remains on level B with the following access points:

Campus Access Points: The main gate on 117th and Broadway will remain the primary point of entry and exit, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.
- The gate on 119th and Broadway will be available as a point of entry or exit for BC and CUID holders Monday - Friday 8AM - 6PM. Guests should use the main gate on West 117th Street and Broadway for entry.
- The 119th and Broadway door entrance to Milbank Hall will be accessible to persons with disabilities Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8AM - 11PM, to match the building hours of Milbank Hall.
- The doors to Milstein at 40 Claremont and to Milbank Hall on West 120th Street and Broadway will be accessible only to BC and CUID holders Monday - Friday 8AM - 8PM. Guests should use the main gate on West 117th Street and Broadway for entry.
- Available exits for daily use are located at West 117th and Broadway, West 119th Street and Broadway, 40 Claremont, and West 120th Street and Broadway.
- To protect yourself and our community, we ask that you do not hold the door open for someone wanting to enter the campus and ask them to use the main entry points. The perimeter doors will also not be available as entry points with swipe cards.
- In the event of an emergency or drill, all emergency exits remain available for use at all times.
ID Requirements: Access to campus will be limited to those who present valid BC/CU IDs.
Unmasking Requests: In order to check IDs, anyone wearing face coverings may be asked to temporarily remove them unless the covering is included in their Barnard or Columbia ID photo. Anyone who refuses to comply with this request will not be permitted on campus or will be asked to leave.
Potential Bag Searches: Anyone entering campus may be asked to display the contents of their backpacks, purses, luggage, or other bags. Anyone who refuses to share the contents of their bags will not be permitted on campus. Those already on campus may also be asked to open and share the contents of their bags.
In the event of emergency or drill, all emergency exits will be available for use.
All guests must be approved through the Workday guest process. Guest access is outlined below.
For ADA access and accommodations, the CARES community safety officer at the main gate can assist. Accessibility is outlined below.
- The 119th and Broadway door entrance to Milbank Hall will be accessible to persons with disabilities Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8AM - 11PM, to match the building hours of Milbank Hall.
- To accelerate entry to these doors and ensure their eligibility to use these entrances can be confirmed, students with disabilities should contact The Center for Accessibility Resources & Disability Services (CARDS) or call 212-854-4634 and employees should contact Human Resources.
- Those needing an accessible entrance for an event should contact campusaccess@barnard.edu.

The Four Levels of Campus Access

Level A

Campus Access Restrictions	Guest Access
Main entry point open to everyone with no ID requirements. The doors to Milstein at 40 Claremont and to Milbank Hall on West 120th Street and Broadway will be accessible only to BC and CUID holders Monday - Friday 8AM - 8PM. Guests should use the main gate on West 117th Street and Broadway for entry. BC/CU ID required for building access*. Other entry point locations and hours determined based on the specific circumstances.	Guest pre-registration recommended; no ID required at gate.

Campus Access Restrictions

Guest Access

Main entry point open to everyone with no ID requirements.
The doors to Milstein at 40 Claremont and to Milbank Hall on West 120th Street and Broadway will be accessible only to BC and CUID holders Monday - Friday 8AM - 8PM. Guests should use the main gate on West 117th Street and Broadway for entry.
BC/CU ID required for building access*.
Other entry point locations and hours determined based on the specific circumstances.

Guest pre-registration recommended; no ID required at gate.

Level B

Campus Access Restrictions	Guest Access
Main entry point open to everyone with a BC/CU ID. BC/CU ID required for building access*. Other entry point locations and hours determined based on the specific circumstances.	Guest pre-registration required; ID required at gate. Guest permissions are subject to change based on evolving circumstances.

Level C

Campus Access Restrictions	Guest Access
Main entry point open to BC ID only. BC ID required for building access*. Other entry point locations and hours determined based on the specific circumstances.	Not permitted.

Level D

Campus Access Restrictions	Guest Access
Campus restricted to BC ID only if living in the Quad (and essential personnel*). BC ID required for building access. Other entry point locations and hours determined based on the specific circumstances.	Not permitted.

*For BC ID or swipe access concerns, please email campusaccess@barnard.edu.

For other accommodation needs or campus accessibility concerns, the Center for Accessibility Resources & Disability Services (CARDS) is available to assist. Email cards@barnard.edu or call (212) 854-4634 for assistance, or click here to view a campus map with accessible routes for the north side of campus during construction.

**Essential staff may include employees who provide essential services to campus buildings, research, college operations, and residential student life.

Campus Access Policy for Accompanied and Unaccompanied Minors

The information below does not apply to officially sponsored Barnard events, including campus tours.

Accompanied Minors

Minors under age 13 must be accompanied at all times by a parent or legal guardian.
Minors (17 and under) by a parent or legal guardian → May enter without pre-registration.
Minors (17 and under) accompanied by someone other than a parent/legal guardian (e.g., relative, caregiver, friend, sibling)→ Must be pre-registered through Workday by a member of the community, and a parent/legal guardian must sign a pre-authorization waiver.

Unaccompanied Minors

Unaccompanied minors ages 13–17 → Must be pre-registered through Workday by a member of the community, and a parent/legal guardian must sign a pre-authorization waiver.

Please register your guests through Workday with a minimum of 24-48 hours notice. Guests should use the main gate on West 117th Street and Broadway and proceed to the new Welcome Center for entry.

We will continue training our CARES teams so these guidelines are applied consistently and with care. We’re also implementing new guest-management software over the coming months to streamline pre-registration.

Please email operations@barnard.edu with questions, suggestions, or to flag any issues you encounter. We’ll monitor that inbox closely and adjust as needed.

Building Hours

Building hours may be extended to accommodate a class or special event or in reading or exam periods as listed on the Academic Calendar.

The Milstein Center for Teaching and Learning
Circulation & Help Desk
Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: CLOSED

Study Spaces (Lower Level - 5th floor)
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Milbank Hall
8 a.m. - 11 p.m.

The Diana Center
8 a.m. - 12 midnight

Barnard Hall
8 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Quad Residence Halls
Accessible 24/7

Futter Field and Quad Lawn
8 a.m. - 10 p.m.