You’re a bona fide member of the class of 2028.
We’re excited to welcome you to Reed’s inclusive learning community in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. On this page, you will find the information you need to begin your Reed journey.
Reed’s deposit deadline was on May 1, but we understand that some students might not have all the information they need to feel confident in their decision and may benefit from an extended deadline. Reach out to your admission counselor to request a deposit extension.
Deposit
Pay your deposit to confirm your enrollment at Reed College. Contact your admission counselor if you need an extension on the May 1 deposit deadline.
Residence Life Panel
Join this virtual session on Wednesday, May 8, at 4 p.m. PDT, to learn more about housing, using the housing portal, and roommate matching.Academic Advising at Reed
On Friday, May 17, at 3 p.m. PDT, Professors Kelly Chacón and Libby Drumm will explain how academic advising works and what to expect in your first meeting with your adviser.
New Reedie FAQ
Learn about Orientation, housing, registering for classes, and more.
Events to Help You Prepare for Life at Reed
Our May events are designed to help new Reedies and families get all the information they need to prepare for life at Reed.
- HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE PANEL – Wednesday, May 8, at 4 p.m. PDT: Join this session to learn more about housing, using the housing portal, roommate matching, and building community in the residence halls.
- GETTING THE MOST OUT OF ACADEMIC ADVISING – Friday, May 17, at 3 p.m. PDT: During this session with Professors Kelly Chacón and Libby Drumm you'll learn how academic advising works, what to expect in your first meeting with your adviser, and how you can prepare ahead of time.
- DISABILITY AND ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES AT REED – Wednesday, May 22, at 3:30 p.m. PDT: Jess Gibson and Maddie Willon from Disability & Accessibility Resources (DAR) will explain how students can get started with the accommodation process and access the resources they need to support their personal and academic success.
Explore
The resources below can help you learn more about academic and student life at Reed. In addition to giving you the highlights and how-tos, we hope these videos inspire you to begin to imagine your own life at Reed as a student and a scholar.
Questions?
Between now and Orientation, you will likely have questions regarding your Reed experience. We encourage you to contact your admission counselor for any questions you have. We are committed to making your transition to college as smooth as possible.
Connect with Other Incoming Reedies
Our Class of 2028 Discord server is a great place to meet your fellow Reedies. We will send you an email with an invite link shortly after you have been admitted. For questions about Discord, please contact Zoë Ballering, Interim Associate Dean of Admission Communications.