See also the New Student section of the FAQ.
Logging In for the First Time
Good Passwords
Your password must meet these criteria to be accepted.
Access
Your Initial Barnard Login and Password
You can use your Barnard Login and Password to access eBear and Barnard Webmail.
Activate Your Columbia UNI
You can use your Columbia UNI to access your Columbia email account, all lab computers and printers, Courseworks, and more.
Login to eBear
You can schedule your classes, register for class lotteries, see community announcements,
and more through eBear.
Login to Webmail
Webmail is the web version of your Barnard student email account. You can also access
this email account through Pine.
Buying and Setting Up Your Computer
System Recommendations
These are the requirements your new computer
should fulfill.
Dell Buying Program
Barnard has made arrangements with Dell for students to purchase computer packages.
Columbia's Apple Online Store
Columbia students can purchase Apple computers at discounted prices.
Columbia's e-Academy Software Center
Columbia students can get discounts on educational software,
including Microsoft Office.
Mandatory Computer Setup Instructions
These instructions MUST
be followed before you connect your computer to the Barnard network.