United States · Portland, OR
Reed College
Famously intellectual; thesis for everyone.
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Admission at Reed College
Reed College admits about 31% of applicants, which makes it selective. Admission is holistic: four years of transcript and course rigor first, then essays and activities, then recommendations and test scores. A strong transcript with rigor in your intended field and specific, personal essays put a well-prepared applicant in range.
GCC applicants: international curricula (IB, American Diploma with APs, A-levels) are read in their own terms. English proficiency tests are usually waived for English-medium schools; check the university's waiver rule. Saudi students on a Ministry scholarship should confirm the programme is on the approved list before applying Early Decision.
Reed College supplemental essays, 2026-27
- Paideia teaching essay200-500 words
For one week at the end of January, Reed students upend the traditional classroom hierarchy and teach classes about any topic they love, academic or otherwise. This week is known as Paideia after the Greek term signifying "education" – the complete education of mind, body and spirit. What would you teach that would contribute to the Reed community?
Every US applicant also writes the Common App personal statement: 650 words, seven prompts. Admitify's coach reads drafts line by line and never writes for the student.
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Liberal Arts · Physical Sciences · Arts & Design
Data verified September 2026. Universities change requirements each cycle; confirm on reed.edu before you apply. Spotted a change? Tell us.