Admissions Overview
The admission process at Reed College has a 31% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Reed College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
31%
Selective
Application Volume
9,023
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
14%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Reed College has a 31% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Reed College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Work Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Reed College. About 47% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,320 to 1,500. Additionally, about 27% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
47% of students submitted400
1600
1320 – 1500
200
800
690 – 750
200
800
630 – 750
ACT Scores
27% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
31 – 36
1
36
27 – 30
Admission Statistics
9,023 students applied to Reed. Of those, 31% were accepted (2,779 students). Of these 2,779 accepted students, 394 chose to enroll.
9,023
Total Applicants
2,779
Students Admitted
394
Students Enrolled
31%
Acceptance Rate