Applying to L&C
You belong here.
You’ve spent your time and energy learning about us … now it’s our turn to do the same for you! We’re eager to know how you will contribute to our great student community.
Apply to Lewis & Clark using the Common Application.
It’s free to apply, and we don’t require standardized test scores!
We’d love to learn more about you. Schedule a virtual meeting with us!
Application Deadlines
Early Decision (Binding) |
Early Action
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Regular Decision
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Transfer Students |
Deadline: November 1 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time | Deadline: November 1 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time | Deadline: January 15 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time |
Deadline: Rolling (recommended all credentials submitted by April 1) |
First-Year Admission for Fall 2021
- 5,518 applied
- 677 enrolled
- 3.96–4.21 GPA range for middle 50% of admitted students
Approximately 50 transfer students enroll each year.
Application Status
Your Pioneer Portal gives you access to the most up-to-date information about your application credentials. For your first log in to your Pioneer Portal, use the temporary PIN provided in the email sent upon receipt of your application. You will then be prompted to create a new password.
- If you have not received the confirmation email, or are unable to find it, please request a new password.
- Check your email frequently and let us know if your email address changes.
- If you have difficulties retrieving your information, please email us at admissions@lclark.edu.
Please allow two weeks between the date that the credential was mailed and the date you can expect it to appear in your online file. This is especially true just after our November 1 and January 15 deadlines when our volume of mail is at its highest. We appreciate your patience!
Admissions is located in Frank Manor House on the Undergraduate Campus.
MSC: 32
email admissions@lclark.edu
voice 503-768-7040
fax 503-768-7055
Vice President of Admissions and Financial Aid
Eric Staab
Admissions
Lewis & Clark
615 S. Palatine Hill Road MSC 32
Portland OR 97219