Reed College

Around 31% of applicants get into Reed College each year. Last year, 9,023 students applied to Reed College and 2,779 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to Reed College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Reed College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Reed College's admissions stats.

Reed College 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	4.0
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	62%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	Yes

Reed College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Reed College.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	November 15	December 20
Early Decision II	Yes	December 20	February 15
Early Action	Yes	November 15	February 15

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Applying Early to Reed College?

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Reed College offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, which means you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 15 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 20.

🗓️ Early Decision II applications are due December 20. ED II Applicants will recieve their decision before February 15.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. Reed College will release EA admissions decisions no later than February 15.

The early decision acceptance rate at Reed College is 33%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 31%. In 2022, Reed College admitted 123 of the 370 students who applied early decision.

Some students apply early to help their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of being admitted, since it demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Reed College Admissions

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Transferring to Reed College

For more information on transferring to Reed College, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Reed College

Reed College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Reed College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Reed College

What does Reed College consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Application Essay	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Class Rank	Important
Interview	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Reed College for more information on admission factors.

Reed College 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Reed College, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Reed College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Reed College?

Students admitted to Reed College have an average unweighted GPA of 4.0.

Out of all students that were admitted, 28% submitted a class rank. At Reed College 62% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 81% were in the top 25% and 98% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Reed College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	54.8%
3.75 and 3.99	27.3%
3.50 and 3.74	12.2%
3.25 and 3.49	3.7%
3.00 and 3.24	1.7%
2.50 and 2.9	0.3%
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Reed College directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Reed College is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to Reed College

Transfer students can enroll in Reed College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Reed College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Reed College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Reed College.

Does Reed College accept transfer credits?

✅ Reed College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Do I have to submit test scores to Reed College?

✅ Reed College is not test optional.

What is Reed College's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Reed College is 31%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Reed College?

✅ Reed College's early decision acceptance rate was 33% in 2021.

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