Portland, OR · Private · 1,320 students

What are Reed College’s admission requirements?

Reed College admits 24.6% of applicants. Here’s what to send, who got in, and where you stand.

Reed College campus
24.6%admitted

What to send.

When to apply.

  • Early DecisionNovember 15, 2026
  • Early ActionNovember 15, 2026
  • Regular DecisionJanuary 15, 2027

Early Decision is binding. Use it only for a clear first choice.

Admitted class · 2024

Here’s the class that got in.

Acceptance rate
24.6%
SAT middle 50%
1290–1520
ACT middle 50%
30–34
Testing
Not considered47% sent an SAT

Your chances

What are your chances at Reed College?

See where your GPA and scores land in the class that got in.

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What does Reed College weigh most?

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  • Very important

    • Grades
    • Course rigor
    • Essay
    • Recommendations
  • Considered

    • Class rank
    • Test scores
  • Not considered

    • Legacy
    • Work experience

From the federal IPEDS admissions survey, 2024. It records whether Reed College considers each part, not how heavily.

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