Reed College overview

Q. What is the main USP of Reed College?

Ans. Reed College is one of the “most intellectual colleges in the country”. It is known for its mandatory first year humanities program, senior thesis, progressive politics, de-emphasis on grades, academic rigor, grade deflation and high proportion of graduates. Reed College ranked fourth in the US for all postsecondary institutions. 

Q. What is the ranking of Reed College?

Ans. The rankings of Reed College are – 

• The college ranked 62 by U.S. News and World Report
• It ranked 78 by Washington Monthly 
• It ranked 105 by Forbes nationally 
• It also ranked 75 by THE nationally 

Q. What is Reed College famous for?

Ans. Reed College is one of the “most intellectual colleges in the country”. It is known for its mandatory first year humanities program, senior thesis, progressive politics, de-emphasis on grades, academic rigor, grade deflation and high proportion of graduates. Reed College ranked fourth in the US for all postsecondary institutions.

Q. Is Portland a large city?

Ans. Yes, it is a large city.

Q. Who are the top Alumni of Reed College?

Ans. Some of the notable alumni of Reed College are –

• Steve Jobs – founder of Apple
• Larry Sanger – co-founder of Wikipedia 
• Gary Snyder – poet 
• Richard Danzing – Secretary of Navy 
• Suzane Delbane – U.S. Representative 
• Hope Lange – actress
• James Beard – chef 
• Arlene Blum – mountaineer 
• Howard Vollum – businessmen 

Q. Is Reed College recognized?

Ans. Yes, it is a recognized university.

Q. How is the campus of Reed College?

Ans. The Reed College campus is located in Portland, it is known for its Crystal Spring farm. The campus of the Reed College includes – 

• Eliot Hall 
• Old Dorm Block 
• Birchwood Apartment 
• Reed canyon 
• Douglas F. Cooley Gallery

Q. What are the libraries of Reed College?

Ans. The main library of Reed College is Reed Library. It was completed in 1972. It holds 500,000 volumes in approx. 80,000 square feet. The library houses the Information Commons and Information Technology Services and a variety of print and electronic material.