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At Reed College, students are encouraged to optimize their college education with any opportunity that presents itself. This may include participating in the annual seminars and workshops that occur on campus or joining one of the many special interest groups and organizations that meet routinely. Many Reed students take advantage of the popular English Language and Literature programs as well as the world class Psychology programs to enhance their professional careers. Counselors and faculty members are available to assist students to enhance their professional preparation by offering plenty of interview, internship and interview resources throughout the year. Throughout its history, Reed College has been attentive and accommodating to help students obtain a strong education that incorporates both liberal arts and science equally.
Since the majority of Reed students live on or within 15 miles of campus grounds, the atmosphere both in and out of classroom provides students with a healthy balance of activities that satisfy academic and social enrichment. With students studying, living and many also working together, Reed College offers a close-knit community where all students can develop into their individual minds and professional standing. The College strives to provide students with a vigorous and challenging curriculum that challenges students mentally and academically to achieve their goals. Both faculty members and the student body actively contribute to student success, with the student Government playing a leading role in student life and safety.
School History
Although Reed College was founded in 1908, it was not until 1911 that it began holding classes. Reed College was established as a private undergraduate program in honor of Simeon and Amanda Reed, Oregon pioneers that played an important role in the development of town and education. The institution offered students a quality liberal arts education that incorporated sciences as well as the arts. Having always established a close-knit community of students, Reed College implanted a unique structure during the early years, implementing small work groups amongst the students, a challenging curriculum and a series of conference and lab based teaching styles that focused on the diverse learning styles of each student. Today, these traditions are still used within the various programs.
Reed college is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, as well as the American Chemical Society. In addition, Reed is also an active member of the Association of Liberal Studies Programs.
Since the school was established, the founders believed that all members of its development should take part in how it was governed. This included faculty members, trustees and the student body. A constitution was created in the early days of operation that outlined the roles of both the faculty and student body in order to accomplish the goals of the founders. Today, this constitution is still in place, providing a well balanced government that enables and encouraged students to get involved with their education and protect their rights as students.
Campus Life
Campus life at Reed College presents a comfortable, close-knit setting that encourages students to actively participate in their surroundings. By presenting such an informal, students are more comfortable to try new things and get involved with the various special interests and athletic groups that meet around campus. In fact, many students actively participate in multiple clubs and organizations to showcase their beliefs and faith in the various activist causes and social interests groups. Reed College provides students with a well balanced selection of extra-curricular activities that are both academically and socially enriching to students.
Although Reed College does not offer fraternity or sorority chapters, the majority of students live on campus in the various residential housing facilities. There are also of campus housing facilities available for undergraduate students as well. Each housing facility provides students with furnished quarters and on-site laundry facilities. There are common areas in each complex that allow students to interact with each other, helping them to develop strong friendships and support systems to reach their individual goals. All housing facilities are created by special interests, majors and athletic and honor societies, giving students the like-minded support they need to excel. In addition to the on and off campus housing, many students also take advantage of the study abroad program that is currently in place for over 15 countries.
Reed students are provided with extensive resources to optimize their education such as academic and career services that help them to take advantage of all professional preparation courses offered. The Residence Life staff is readily available to help students adjust to college life effectively and maintain a challenging class schedule to achieve their goals. Health and counseling facilities are available on campus as well as a wide array of disability support services. Reed College is dedicated to offering students a series of multicultural affairs in order to educate them on the importance and power of cultural unity.
Financial Aid
Reed College has always remained dedicated to maintaining an experienced Financial Aid staff that is well-versed in all forms of funding. The Office of Financial Aid can help to assist students in all tasks associated with college funding including helping students to explore all of their options. With many different funding options available, students are encouraged to apply for various funding options in order to effectively alleviate costs. Reed College accepts all Pell, FAFSA and TAP loans, as well as offers their students private merit, artistic and athletic based funding that can offer partial or full tuition relief each semester, helping students to focus on their studies more closely.
Students are encouraged to get involved with more non-traditional college funding resources such as the work study program offered at Reed. His program provides students with the opportunity to obtain employment positions on and off campus that enable them the ability to pay for personal expenses and the cost of books while attending school. Financial Aid Counselors are available to help students optimize their schedules and resources in order to enhance their education without increasing their debt.
