Reed College

Undergraduate admissions data

• Fall 2024 entering class: 9,431 applicants, 2,321 admitted (24.6%).
• Test scores reported by the university (25th–75th percentile): SAT 1290–1520, ACT 30–34.

Source: IPEDS (U.S. Department of Education)

What the university weighs in first-year admissions

• Very important: Rigor of secondary school record, Academic GPA, Application essay.
• Important: Class rank, Recommendation(s), Interview, Character/personal qualities.
• Considered: Extracurricular activities, Talent/ability, First generation, Alumni/ae relation, Geographical residence, Volunteer work, Work experience, Level of applicant's interest.
• Not considered: Standardized test scores, State residency, Religious affiliation/commitment.
• These are the first-year admission factors the university reports for all applicants, not a separate policy for international students.

Source: Common Data Set 2025-2026, section C7 (reported by the university)

Cost of attendance

• 2024–25 academic year, estimated annual cost for an international undergraduate: $89,610 (tuition and fees $69,350; housing and food $17,660; books and supplies $1,050; other expenses $1,550).

Source: IPEDS (U.S. Department of Education)

Frequently asked questions

What is the admission rate at Reed College?

Fall 2024 entering class: 9,431 applicants, 2,321 admitted (24.6%). Test scores reported by the university (25th–75th percentile): SAT 1290–1520, ACT 30–34.

What does Reed College consider in first-year admissions?

Very important: Rigor of secondary school record, Academic GPA, Application essay. Important: Class rank, Recommendation(s), Interview, Character/personal qualities. Considered: Extracurricular activities, Talent/ability, First generation, Alumni/ae relation, Geographical residence, Volunteer work, Work experience, Level of applicant's interest. Not considered: Standardized test scores, State residency, Religious affiliation/commitment.

How much does it cost to attend Reed College as an international undergraduate?

2024–25 academic year, estimated annual cost for an international undergraduate: $89,610 (tuition and fees $69,350; housing and food $17,660; books and supplies $1,050; other expenses $1,550).