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Lewis & Clark College

Portland, OR 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate79%
Acceptance Rate79%

Lewis And Clark College Admissions

If you are considering submitting an application to Lewis And Clark College, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is January 15 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who submit their applications to Lewis And Clark College for fall semester should hear back from Lewis And Clark College by April 1.

Lewis And Clark College Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Lewis And Clark College's admissions stats.

Lewis And Clark College 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 4.0
Mean SAT Score 1330
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 15.7%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 11.2%
Waitlist Yes

Lewis & Clark College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Lewis & Clark College.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I Yes November 1 December 5
Early Decision II –– –– ––
Early Action Yes November 1 December 31
Regular Decision Yes January 1 April 1

Applying Early to Lewis And Clark College?


Lewis And Clark 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 1 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 5.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. Lewis And Clark College will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 31.

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 is a way to show that you are very interested in a school.

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


More on Lewis & Clark College Admissions


Transferring to Lewis & Clark College

It is very difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Lewis And Clark College

Lewis And Clark College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Lewis And Clark College?

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

Admissions Factors at Lewis And Clark College

Curious about the factors that are considered by Lewis And Clark College 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
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities Important
Work Experience Important
Extracurricular Activities Important
Application Essay Important
Recommendation(s) Important
Talent/Ability Important
Volunteer Work Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Geographical Residence Considered
Class Rank Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered
First Generation Considered
Interview Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status Considered
Standardized Test Scores Considered

Make sure to check with Lewis And Clark College for more information on admission factors.

Lewis And Clark College Application Requirements

To apply to Lewis And Clark College, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Lewis And Clark College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

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

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Lewis And Clark College?

Students admitted to Lewis And Clark College have an average unweighted GPA of 4.0.

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

Lewis And Clark College considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Lewis And Clark College has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 15.7% of Lewis And Clark College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 11.2% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Lewis And Clark College?

To be competitive with other Lewis And Clark College applicants, you should aim to earn between 1250 and 1410 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Lewis And Clark College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1410 and 25% of scored lower than 1250, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Lewis And Clark College student is 1330.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Lewis And Clark College students scored 690 or higher and 75% of students scored 650 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Lewis And Clark College students scored 730 or higher, and 75% scored a 650 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Lewis And Clark College?

To be most competitive at Lewis And Clark College, you should strive to earn between 27 and 32 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 32 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Lewis And Clark College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 32, and three out of four students scored lower than 32 on the ACT.

A 27 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Lewis And Clark College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 27.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Lewis & Clark College

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to Lewis And Clark College.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Lewis And Clark College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


Lewis And Clark College Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Lewis And Clark College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Lewis And Clark College.

Does Lewis And Clark College accept transfer credits?

✅ Lewis And Clark College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Lewis And Clark College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Lewis And Clark College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Lewis And Clark College?

❌ No, Lewis And Clark College is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Lewis And Clark College's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Lewis And Clark College is 79%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Lewis And Clark College?

✅ Lewis And Clark College offers early decision but the school has not provided an acceptance rate.

Want To Learn More About Lewis And Clark College?

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Lewis And Clark College Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Very Selective

79%

How hard is it to get into Lewis And Clark College? Lewis And Clark College is a very selective institution. The Lewis And Clark College acceptance rate is 79%. This means that the institution accepts 79 out of every 100 applicants.

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Lewis And Clark College Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Jan 15

Transfer Applications are Due

Jul 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Lewis And Clark College is Jan 15.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Lewis And Clark College is Jul 1.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Lewis And Clark College ACT Scores

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ACT Range

27 - 32

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

32 and Above

Good

27 to 32

Avg

27 and Less

Low

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ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median ACT score of an admitted student to Lewis And Clark College is 30. Students with an ACT score of 32 and above have a good chance of getting into Lewis And Clark College. Students with an ACT score that falls between 27 and 32 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 27 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.

Lewis And Clark College SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1250 - 1410

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Math SAT Range

590 - 690

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Reading SAT Range

650 - 730

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1410 and Above

Good

1250 to 1410

Avg

1250 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for Lewis And Clark College students is 1330. Applicants with SAT scores of 1410 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Lewis And Clark College, while applicants with SAT scores between 1250 to 1410 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1250 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Lewis And Clark College.

Lewis And Clark College GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.95

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Lewis And Clark College, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.95. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

3,513

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

79%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$57,404

Out-of-State

$57,404

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jan 15
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