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Reed College was established in 1908 as an independent, private college of liberal arts. The college has a residential campus covering an area of approximately 116 acres, and is situated in Southeast Portland, Oregon.
Reed College, most popular for its program in humanities, offers more than 20 majors from which to choose. This is the only private, undergraduate college which has a nuclear reactor to support its science programs. Reed College has the following five academic divisions:
Students of Reed College participate in a variety of sports including rafting, sailing, hiking, soccer, rugby, kayaking, skiing, tennis, and juggling. The college also sponsors clubs and organizations such as the the Student Senate.
The main campus of Reed College is in Portland, OR (a large city). The school is a private, not-for-profit school. Reed College offers degrees up to the Master's degree.
The school offers more choices of majors than most colleges its size. Reed College students most commonly major in a field related to mathematics, science, art studies, and liberal arts.
The school does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, 32% of people who applied to Reed College were accepted. In 2007-2008, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 660 to 760. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007-2008 had SAT math scores of 630 or more.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges. The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors. Salaries for full-time faculty at Reed College are higher than most, allowing the school to afford quality teaching.
In 2007-2008, the school had 1,492 enrolled students.
Many students at Reed College live in campus housing. The school makes available a lot of student housing.
More complete details are provided below.
Reed College
3203 SE Woodstock Blvd
Portland, OR 97202-8199
General Phone: (503) 771-1112
http://www.reed.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 161 | English, anthropology, history, economics, interdisciplinary studies, political science, linguistics, Russian language, ... |
| Science | 71 | biology, physics, biochemistry, chemistry |
| Therapy and Counseling | 31 | psychology |
| Art Studies | 13 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 13 | mathematics |
| Religion and Philosophy | 12 | religion, philosophy |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 2 | drama |
| Music | 1 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Reed College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 299 | 27 |
| Master's degree | 5 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Reed College had a total enrollment of 1,492 students (1,323 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 97% |
| Graduate | 3% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 58% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 8% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 17% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 35% |
| 20-21 | 42% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 2% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 91 % |
Reed College offers campus housing for 959 of its 1,323 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Portland, Oregon for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Oregon Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,485 | 1,132 | 32% | 330 | 29% |
| Men | 1,503 | 460 | 31% | 135 | 29% |
| Women | 1,982 | 672 | 34% | 195 | 29% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 660 | 760 |
| SAT Math | 630 | 710 |
| SAT Writing | 650 | 740 |
| ACT Verbal | 29 | 34 |
| ACT Math | 27 | 32 |
| ACT Composite | 29 | 32 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 92% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 8% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 38,190 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 38,190 |
| Room and board | $ 9,920 |
| Room charge | $ 5,180 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,740 |
| Books and supplies | $ 950 |
| Other expenses | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
Reed College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 321700)
Reed College has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 44 | $107,986 | 22 | $99,943 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 16 | $77,994 | 12 | $78,345 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 11 | $65,690 | 11 | $65,256 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 25 | $65,044 | 14 | $63,968 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 96 | $86,958 | 59 | $80,547 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Chinese Language and Literature
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Linguistics
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Reed College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 7% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching
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