For Counselors

Our relationships with counselors from around the world are central to what we do.  We share the common goal of helping your students find a college that is a good fit, and we look forward to working closely with you to make that happen.  We hope the information below is useful to you, and please be in touch!

The Admissions Team

Academic Departments and Programs

Academic Profile

First-year profile, where our students are from, and general academic information

6,514 students applied; 64% admitted
560 students enrolled*
73% from public high schools, 27% private
76% in top quarter of graduating class
17% US students of color

Ranges for middle 50% of class:
GPA 3.5-4.17
SAT 1810-2040
SAT 1210-1360 (CR+M only)
ACT 27-31

* In addition, approximately 60 transfer students enroll each year.

Application Policies and Procedures

Lewis & Clark exclusively uses the Common Application for Admissions.

• First year- Early Action Deadline: November 1 at 11:59PM Pacific Time
• First year- Regular Decision Deadline: January 15 at 11:59PM Pacific Time
• Transfer Student Deadline: See Transfer FAQ
• International Student Deadline: See International Deadlines

In addition, the Application FAQ page is full of helpful information.

Counselor E-Newsletter

This triannual newsletter provides updates on our Office of Admissions, relevant campus news and snapshots, and a calendar of important dates and deadlines pertaining to admissions.  If you would like to receive this e-newsletter, please fill out the Counselor E-Newsletter Request Form.

Course Catalog

Financial Aid

For need-based aid, students will need to fill out the FAFSA and CSS Profile by the February 15 financial aid deadline.  Every student is automatically considered for merit-based academic scholarships, and students may apply for talent awards in Music and Forensics.

In the 2011-2012 academic year:

• Approximately 82% of Lewis & Clark students received some form of financial assistance.
• Total aid awarded to students in grants/scholarships, campus work opportunities, and student loans exceeded $43,000,000.
• Individual aid packages ranged from $1,000 to $55,491.
• 24% of Lewis & Clark students were eligible for Federal Pell Grants.