At a glance
Average net price
$33,013
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
71.5%
Admission rate
25%
Undergrad size
1,320
In-state tuition
$69,350
Out-of-state tuition
$69,350
Cost of attendance
$86,376
Median earnings (10y)
$62,927
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,437
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 87.6%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (37%), stem (36%), social sciences (27%).
- STEM36%
- Humanities & arts37%
- Social sciences27%
- Social sciences18.6%~245 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences16.0%~212 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English8.3%~110 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology7.7%~102 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~97 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~93 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~85 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics5.5%~72 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~68 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~63 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science4.2%~55 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History4.2%~55 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~55 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~8 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
27 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | — |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | $21,250 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 37 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | $19,500 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | $22,842 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 23 | $41,125 | $19,250 |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Mathematics and Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | — | — | $22,844 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Reed College
Reed College is a mid-sized institution located in Portland, Oregon, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,320 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Social sciences, Biological sciences, English.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Reed College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $33,013 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $69,350 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $86,376 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 71.5%, a strong completion outcome. 87.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $62,927 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Reed College confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Social sciences, Biological sciences, English. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (37% of credentials), stem (36% of credentials), social sciences (27% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Reed College accepts 25% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,437.
Location & campus
Set in Portland, Oregon (city), Reed College draws students from across Oregon and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Reed College
Q.How much does Reed College cost?
The average net price at Reed College is $33,013 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $86,376.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Reed College?
Reed College has a 6-year graduation rate of 71.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Reed College?
Reed College admits 25% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Reed College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Reed College graduate earns $62,927 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Reed College?
Published tuition is $69,350 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Reed College located?
Reed College is located in Portland, Oregon (ZIP 97202).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Reed College at their official website.