Admissions Overview
The admission process at Reed College has a 27% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Reed College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
27%
Selective
Application Volume
10,045
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
13%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Reed College has a 27% 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
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy 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 48% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,300 to 1,510. Additionally, about 23% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 29 to 34.
SAT Scores
48% of students submitted400
1600
1300 – 1510
200
800
670 – 760
200
800
630 – 750
ACT Scores
23% of students submitted1
36
29 – 34
1
36
32 – 35
1
36
27 – 35
Admission Statistics
10,045 students applied to Reed. Of those, 27% were accepted (2,728 students). Of these 2,728 accepted students, 351 chose to enroll.
10,045
Total Applicants
2,728
Students Admitted
351
Students Enrolled
27%
Acceptance Rate