Reed College

3203 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR
4-year
Small
Urban

Reed College rankings and awards

About

One of the most distinctive colleges in the nation, Reed provides a singular example of the liberal arts experience: a structured curriculum with an emphasis on personal inquiry; extensive written and in-person feedback from professors on assignments; and a deeply collaborative academic environment. Reed students pursue the bachelor of arts degree in 38 majors, along with 15 minors and two dual-degree programs. The curriculum includes a yearlong humanities course, broad distribution requirements, and a senior thesis. A 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio and conference-style classes allow faculty members to truly mentor students and engage with them in individual discussions. The Reed community is guided by the Honor Principle. The commitment to the independence of thought and mutual trust and respect helps to create an environment in which students feel connected, challenged, and fulfilled. Reed students are culturally diverse and hail from 49 states and from 33 countries. The breadth, depth, and rigor of the curriculum provide excellent preparation for nearly any career. Reed is ranked second in the nation in the percentage of graduates who earn PhDs in life sciences, third in the nation in the percentage of graduates who earn PhDs in the humanities, and fifth across all disciplines. Many Reed alumni win major graduate fellowships, found or lead companies and organizations, and earn medical, business, or law degrees.

Questions and Answers about Reed College

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Majors offered at Reed College

Biggest majors
Psychology, General
Economics
Political Science and Government

Academics at Reed College

1310-1520
SAT Score Range
400
1600
Considered with application
30-33
ACT Score Range
1
36
Considered with application
Student Faculty Ratio
9 to 1
Selectivity
Selective (35% Acceptance Rate)
School type
Non-profit Private 4-year institution
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Common careers for Reed College students

Common Careers and Their Average Annual Salary

Chief Operating Officer (COO)125k
Software Engineer120k
Management Consultant91k
Compliance Analyst74k
Project Manager, (Unspecified Type / General)72k
Marketing Manager66k
Executive Director62k
Based on 1,407 student responses
57.3kAvg. Early Career Pay
109.7kAvg. Mid-Career Pay
45%in High-Meaning careers
26%in STEM careers

Net price of attending Reed College

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