- AcademicsA+
- ValueA
- DiversityA
- CampusB+
- AthleticsNG
- Party SceneB+
- ProfessorsA+
- LocationA-
- DormsB-
- Campus FoodA-
- Student LifeA+
- SafetyB-
Reed College is ...
Private not-for-profit
Athletic Division
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Athletic Conference
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Address
3203 SE Woodstock Blvd
Portland, OR 97202
Website
From Reed College
Intellectual. Intense. Inspiring. Transformative. For over 100 years, Reed has sought to provide the finest educational program in the country, offering students an extraordinary environment in which to discover their passions and pursue them with depth and determination.
Reed students are creative, self-propelled, passionate, and analytical. They have a boundless enthusiasm for learning and an unexpected ability to embrace paradoxes. And they love Reed, one of the most intellectual colleges in the country.
Reed College Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
35%
SAT Range
1290-1480
ACT Range
29-33
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Recommended
Accepts Common App
Yes
Will You Get In?
Test Scores and GPA for Reed College
Cost
Net Price
$19,192/ year
National
$15,403Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Academics
Professors
A+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
9:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
- 96%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.24 responses
- 86%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.22 responses
- 27%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.22 responses
Majors
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
1,394Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
1%
Pell Grant
16%
Varsity Athletes
—
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
99%
Poll
- 100%
- of students say they don't have Greek life.13 responses
Poll
- 93%
- of students say no one pays attention to varsity sports.28 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$36,200/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
82%
National
48%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
88%
National
83%- 82%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.11 responses
Reed College Reviews
244 reviews
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Reed college is a beautiful, unique intellectual community. People are kind, passionate, warm and genuinely care about one another. The workload is tough, but there is a great variety of programs and resources to make use of to stay on track. Though notoriously liberal, it is not an "echo chamber" because students all form their own opinions and ideas within that "liberal" umbrella. Professors are engaged and care deeply for students. The living situation is incredibly nice - dorms are "divided doubles" most of the time, meaning that you get both a roommate and your own room. Reed is the best education that this nation offers if you are able to fit it.
As a first year at Reed College, I have so far enjoyed my experiences. The academics are challenging but ultimately satisfying. I have complied a short list of the pros and cons of Reed college.
Pros: Focus on the learning rather than the grades; Small classes; Liberal standing on most social problems; Nerdy and Geeky students that are obviously well educated; Small campus; little focus on sports or bodily appearance; can form close bonds with the professors; beautiful campus and fairly okay food
Cons: Some students/ professors have a bit of a haughty attitude; First and some of second year classes are lecture based (not like how the school was advertised to me); The school is a large majority white and that can effect academic subjects/ silence the people of color in the community; some professors listen and respect their students others do not; drugs are very prevalent but you can avoid them
Pros: Focus on the learning rather than the grades; Small classes; Liberal standing on most social problems; Nerdy and Geeky students that are obviously well educated; Small campus; little focus on sports or bodily appearance; can form close bonds with the professors; beautiful campus and fairly okay food
Cons: Some students/ professors have a bit of a haughty attitude; First and some of second year classes are lecture based (not like how the school was advertised to me); The school is a large majority white and that can effect academic subjects/ silence the people of color in the community; some professors listen and respect their students others do not; drugs are very prevalent but you can avoid them
Incredible academic atmosphere and genuine dedication to the student attracted me to this institution. The progressive approach to helping students become well- rounded graduates is unparalleled. This school stands alone with their culture and student activities, there is truly no experience quite like it. Feeling like a peer when collaborating with professors definitely helps to develop dialogue with professionals in your field after graduation.