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  • <a href="/live/image/gid/186/width/650/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.jpg" class="lw_preview_image lw_disable_preview" tabindex="-1"><picture class="lw_image lw_image98147"> <source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 500px)" srcset="/live/image/gid/186/width/500/height/240/crop/1/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.rev.1679093776.jpg 1x, /live/image/scale/2x/gid/186/width/500/height/240/crop/1/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.rev.1679093776.jpg 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/186/width/500/height/240/crop/1/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.rev.1679093776.jpg 3x"/> <source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 800px)" srcset="/live/image/gid/186/width/800/height/383/crop/1/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.rev.1679093776.jpg 1x, /live/image/scale/2x/gid/186/width/800/height/383/crop/1/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.rev.1679093776.jpg 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/186/width/800/height/383/crop/1/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.rev.1679093776.jpg 3x"/> <source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 1200px)" srcset="/live/image/gid/186/width/1200/height/575/crop/1/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.rev.1679093776.jpg 1x, /live/image/scale/2x/gid/186/width/1200/height/575/crop/1/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.rev.1679093776.jpg 2x"/> <source type="image/jpeg" media="(min-width: 1201px)" srcset="/live/image/gid/186/width/1440/height/690/crop/1/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.rev.1679093776.jpg 1x, /live/image/scale/2x/gid/186/width/1440/height/690/crop/1/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.rev.1679093776.jpg 2x"/> <img src="/live/image/gid/186/width/1440/height/690/crop/1/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.rev.1679093776.jpg" alt="Our campus is even prettier in person." width="1440" height="690" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/186/width/1440/height/690/crop/1/98147_CAM-L-0719-0001.rev.1679093776.jpg 2x" data-max-w="3200" data-max-h="2133"/> </picture> </a><div class="hero-full_image_caption collapsable-caption"> Our campus is even prettier in person.</div>
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Admissions

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Lewis & Clark College brings together challenging, supportive academics; an institutional commitment to sustainability; conservatory-calibre fine arts offerings; leadership in overseas and off-campus study; and an inclusive, welcoming community. The icing on the (Voodoo!) donut is that we do this on arguably the most beautiful campus in the U.S. in the cool, progressive city of Portland, Oregon.

We’d love for you to join us.

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  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p> Lewis & Clark students, on top of all of their regular academic responsibilities, try their best to be introspective and strive to improve themselves and their communities.</p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/19604-lucinda-law">Lucinda Law BA ’24</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Chico, California</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p> I was immediately drawn to Lewis & Clark by its natural beauty, and I was also on the hunt for a smaller school that offered close relationships with professors and peers alike.</p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/19658-bijou-macdonald">Bijou Macdonald BA ’21</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Broomfield, Colorado</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p> I felt unusually welcomed when visiting Lewis & Clark as a prospective student, which is actually kind of refreshing when you’re looking at colleges. Some schools make you feel like a faceless competitor, but L&C made me feel desired.</p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/19814-sam-peers-nitzberg">Sam Peers Nitzberg BA ’19</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Maplewood, New Jersey</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p> The diverse community of international students, study abroad programs, College Outdoors trips, and small class sizes made me want to come to Lewis & Clark.</p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/19821-uwella-rubuga">Uwella Rubuga BA ’19</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Dar es Salaam, Tanzania</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">L&C, in particular, was attractive to me because of its beautiful campus, its excellent English program, and its warm and welcoming environment.</span></p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/16683-ashleen-smith">Ashleen Smith BA ’23</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Madras, Oregon</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p> I chose L&C because I knew I would be connected with people and places that allow me to expand my perspective on life, community, and the world.</p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/18271-grace-blunck">Grace Blunck BA ’24</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Milwaukee, Wisconsin</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Aside from the campus being gorgeous, L&C was the only college where I could really see myself attending. I got a vibe that this would be somewhere I could thrive, and this ultimately is how I made my decision. I have yet to be disappointed.</span></p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/16647-adam-schwarz">Adam Schwarz BA ’23</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Daly City, California</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I wanted to attend Lewis & Clark because of the wide variety of classes offered. The close-knit community also piqued my interest because it meant that I would be able to make close connections with faculty and students.</span></p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/14672-keilani-vega">Keilani Vega BA ’22</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Pasadena, California</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p> At Lewis & Clark, I can be a massive chemistry nerd, a musician, an athlete, and a regular person all at the same time, which isn’t possible at many other schools.</p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/18325-katya-schwieterman">Katya Schwieterman BA ’24</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Paonia, Colorado</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p> I was drawn to Lewis & Clark’s beautiful campus, its proximity to Portland, and the stellar reviews I had heard of the school’s faculty and staff.</p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/19828-sophie-vigeant">Sophie Vigeant BA ’19</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Tomales, California</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p> I chose L&C for the beautiful campus. The history can be felt in the buildings and the engaging landscape.</p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/19827-donna-kerr">Donna Kerr BA ’19</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Hillsboro, Oregon</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p> I chose to attend L&C because I wanted a warm campus environment, while also having the ability to immerse myself in a new city.</p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/19888-tyler-langley">Tyler Langley BA ’22</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Los Angeles, California</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p> I wanted a school small enough that I would be able to regularly see familiar faces on walks around campus, but big enough that I would still have opportunities to meet new folks, and L&C does just that!</p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/18354-mack-mae">Mack Mae BA ’25</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Ogden, Utah</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p> L&C gave me a bustling community full of activities and events, rigorous academics, friends and professors who cared about me, Portland, and the space to cultivate myself into the person that I wanted to be.</p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/19825-emily-davis">Emily Davis BA ’19</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Orinda, California</span></p></blockquote>
  • <blockquote><p></p><div class="lw_profiles_774"><p> I chose L&C because the liberal arts education was super exciting to me. I wanted room in my schedule to take an art class, or even yoga as my physical education. Studying abroad was also a priority for me.</p></div><p></p><p class="quote-author"><a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/17728-julia-salomone">Julia Salomone BA ’23</a><br/><span class="quoted-profile_meta">Parkland, Florida</span></p></blockquote>

February 2024 Update

Reply Deadline Extension for Early Action and Regular Decision applicants

In light of the government’s recent additional FAFSA delay, we have pushed back our deadline to reply to offers of admission to June 1. This applies to Early Action and Regular Decision applicants! We understand the uncertainty around the FAFSA process can cause stress to students and families. We are here to help! Please contact admissions@lclark.edu with any questions or concerns.


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Visiting our beautiful campus is the best way to get to know us. Whether you are just starting to think about college or you’re an admitted student (congrats!) on the brink of making your decision, we have virtual and in-person options for you.

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Admission Requirements for First-Year Applicants

Lewis & Clark accepts the Common Application, and there is no application fee. We are a leader in test-optional admissions and have not required standardized test scores since 1991. As part of your application, you will need to submit:

  • A secondary school report
  • A personal essay
  • A teacher recommendation

Optional Application Submissions

  • Academic and nonacademic work
  • Interview
  • SAT or ACT scores

Lewis & Clark Admission Deadlines

Application Deadline to Apply Notice of Decision
Early Decision (binding) Deadline: November 1 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time Late November
Early Action (nonbinding) Deadline: November 1 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time Mid-December
Regular Decision (nonbinding) Deadline: January 15 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time Mid-March
Transfer Deadline: Rolling
(recommended all credentials submitted by April 1)
Rolling
  • There is a great community in the SEED (Students Engaged in Eco-Defense) Club, where I’m able to help with the bee garden and other sustainability-related projects with other students with similar interests.

    Avi Strok BA ’25
    Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | Los Angeles, California
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  • I am confident that there’s a community for everyone at Lewis & Clark, and if it’s not there it’s so easy to create it and find people with the same interests.

    Yoana Stoyanova BA ’20
    Economics | Sofia, Bulgaria
    More about Yoana
  • I love being part of LC Improv, and getting to be friends with my teammates has been a real source of joy.

    Frankie Spurbeck BA ’23
    Political Science | Data Science | Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Learning at Lewis & Clark

We offer 29 majors, 33 minors, and robust preprofessional programs. You will graduate ready to take on the world with a bachelor of arts (BA) degree. Our liberal arts curriculum emphasizes the top things you need for success in any career: critical thinking, written and verbal communication, teamwork, and problem solving.

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Portland, Oregon, is the perfect launching pad for adventures throughout the gorgeous Pacific Northwest, and Lewis & Clark is the perfect community to find friends who will want to adventure with you.

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