Overview
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Reed College is a private liberal arts college located in Portland, Oregon, known for its rigorous academic programs and a strong emphasis on undergraduate teaching and research. Founded in 1908, Reed's campus is set in a residential neighborhood and features a distinctive Tudor-Gothic architectural style. The college's atmosphere is characterized by a commitment to intellectual inquiry and a self-directed academic philosophy. Reed College offers a variety of majors, with strengths in the humanities, sciences, and social sciences, and is renowned for its mandatory senior-year thesis project. The school maintains a highly selective admissions process. On-campus housing is available, and a majority of students live in college-operated facilities. Reed does not emphasize intercollegiate athletics; instead, it prioritizes a student's educational experience, focusing on a rich academic and cultural life on campus.
In the most recent statistical year 9,023 prospective students applied, and 2,779 were granted admission. Of those admitted 394 enrolled in the school. 1,492 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 42 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $64,450 plus fees of $310. Reed is ranked 77 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Reed is rated within the top 18% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Reed College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#77 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#71 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Colleges in Oregon
#1 in Best Private Colleges in Oregon
#89 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in Oregon
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1320/1500 |
| ACT | 30/33 |
| GPA | 4.0 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,050 |
| Other Fees | $310 |
| Room and Board | $15,950 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,550 |
| Total One Year Cost | $83,310 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 20% |
| Foreign Languages | 15% |
| Biology | 10% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| English and Literature | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=209922 IPEDS survey data for Reed College.
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Last updated February 24, 2024