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Lewis & Clark College Reviews

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  • 15 out of 15 people found this review useful.

    Maelia from Ashland, OR

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I find most of my classes interesting, and all of them challenging. I've learned things about subjects that I never thought would interest me!
    Am enjoying being here

    The college has a great environment, protected from the city, but still close to it, and the grounds are beautiful. I've made lots of friends, and I really enjoy the laid-back but academic lifestyle.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be prepared for rain, and ready to be liberal in your views and creative in your presentation of yourself.
    Great for these types of students

    academic, laid-back, adventuresome, environmentally conscious, friendly, hippie

  • 5 out of 5 people found this review useful.

    Jessica from Seattle, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    All of my classes at Lewis and Clark are great. I am learning alot from all of my teachers, and whenever I have a question it is easy to find them during office hours or through email.
    Am enjoying being here

    The student population here at Lewis and Clark is extremely welcoming and friendly. I am a freshman here at LC and during my first week here, New Student Orientation week, I met a ton of new people all of whom were very helpful and nice. Aside from all the wonderful students, the campus is beautiful. Residing on top of a hill, Lewis and Clark is located in a quaint neighborhood full of lots of trees. On clear days I can see Mt. Hood on my walks to the academic side of campus. Also the drive up the hill from downtown Portland overlooks the Willamette river and surrounding areas, which is an amazing view.
    Bang for the buck

    Lewis and Clark is definitely worth the steep price they charge. First off you get a first rate education, the professors are great and hold regular office hours where they are more than happy to help you with whatever problems you encounter. Not to mention the class sizes are great, the biggest lectures only have roughly 40 students in them (which is great in comparison to some of the larger schools 400!). Secondly if you don't feel comfortable or it doesn't fit your schedule to meet with a professor we have great student tutors that you can meet with up to 2 hours each week for free! Right now I'm seeing a tutor for my physics class and its extremely helpful. The tutors can help you study for tests, complete homework problems, even edit papers for you.
    On a different note, the tuition covers the RAZ, a free student shuttle that takes students downtown. The Raz runs everyday, except for holidays, and makes stops at Fred Meyers, Market of Choice, and others along the way.

    Great for these types of students

    Lewis and CLark is a great school for someone who doesn't want to be overwhelmed by the enormity of a large state school. It has a great feeling of community, and after nearly a year here I feel like I know or atleast recognize 75% of the students here. Getting involved in on campus activities is really easy to do, thus making it a great place for anyone who is interested in that. There is a strong art program with great ceramic and art studios for those who enjoy art. Basically Lewis and Clark is great for anyone who wants a small, yet not as small or prestigious as Reed, with a feeling of community. However the size is a large factor, and if you have any hesitations about attending a school with an undergrad population of roughly 2,000 then Lewis and Clark might not be for you.

  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Grace from Edmonds, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The classes are fairly rigorous, but nothing that can't be kept up with. I am learning information that was never taught to me in high school. All of the professors I have had are very accessible during office hours and are really encouraging to make sure that you fully understand the coursework.
    Am enjoying being here

    The campus life is awesome. Lewis & Clark is a small college with a fairly tight-knit community. There is a place for everyone on this campus. The college makes is easy to have fun on campus without spending a lot of money: the activities range from dances and movies to concerts on campus from great artists and chances to get outdoors and go hiking and kayaking.
    Bang for the buck

    Sure this school can cost a lot of money, but financial aid and scholarships are available to most students. I feel like for the money I am paying, I am getting the quality of education and small class sizes that I need in order to succeed in college.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be prepared for college and actually try your hardest coming out of the gate: don't take the easiest classes of your college career during the first semester, challenge yourself and see what great things can happen. Keep calm and carry on.
    Great for these types of students

    If you are a smart, eco-conscious, liberal art minded student: you will love it here. If you are looking for an easy way out: you may not find yourself loving life at LC.

  • Shannon from West Hills, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Lewis & Clark is a wonderful and open community of students, faculty, and administrators. There are thousands of educational opportunities not only on campus, but in the surrounding community and over-seas. Instead of just being a number in a system, each student is personally accounted for at Lewis & Clark.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you can, visit the school and stay overnight at a different time than the Prospective Students weekend. Tell your host what you would like to see on campus and what you would like to experience. There is an incredibly diverse student body for such a small school, so don't be discouraged if during your trip you don't find your clique.
    Academic Rigor

    Classes at Lewis & Clark College are actually challenging. While each class has different elements (quizzes, multiple midterms, homework, etc.), they all require students to actually grasp the material.
    Dorm Life

    Each of the dorms has a different feel to it. They all become tight-knit communities given the small size of the school. The rooms are nice, the bathrooms are spacious, and the kitchens have all you need to cook a meal.
    Food and Dining

    The Bon has wonderful choices, especially for vegetarians, vegans, and celiacs. When compared to other college dining experiences, the food is fabulous and deserves 5 stars. However, when compared to the wonderful food in downtown Portland, the Bon is mediocre. Maggie's and the Dovecote are wonderful as well, but there are no 24 hour food venues on campus.
    What to do for fun

    On campus there is always something happening. There are Improv Shows, Fire-Knife Club Shows, concerts, dances, movie showings, and so much more. Since the campus is in a residential neighborhood, the closest restaurants are a few miles away. There are bus stops by the stores though. Furthermore, there are small movie theatres and other shops that are in Lake Oswego and Burlingame. The Pio Shuttle Bus runs every hour to downtown Portland and it is 100% free. Obviously there are a thousand things to do once you are in the city.
    Bang for the buck

    I personally love Lewis & Clark. There are obviously things that are being improved upon and things that the student body would like to see changed, but they are not big enough problems that cause the school to not be worth your money. In order to make these improvements, tuition was raised this past year which is quite upsetting considering how much the school already costs. I do believe that the education we receive, the amenities available to us, and the opportunities that are presented are worth the money.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    There are seven legendary spots such as Narnia. I'd tell you more, but you need to find out for yourself! The tree house in the forest is a fun spot on the weekends, as well as the bonfires by the river (which require a bit of a hike). South campus is gorgeous, especially when there is good weather, and it is quite fun during the snow and around Halloween. There is also the virginity tree near the Forest dorms, the Naked Mile, and much more.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who want a small community and a personal learning environment; students who enjoy the rain, the gray, and the fog; students who are open to all people and traditions; students who are academically and/or musically inclined; students who are looking for an easy-going community; students who are looking to play sports, but not at an extremely competitive level
    Clubs and Activities

    There are thousands!!! There is a club for everyone!
    Greek Life

    Non-existent
    Campus Safety

    Our Campus Safety officers work hard to protect our students. I have never felt unsafe walking around campus at night because it is such a small and safe community, there are safety blue lights all over campus, and the guards are always on duty driving around.

  • Elena from Lynden, WA

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    In three sentences

    Outdoorsy, friendly, community
    Tips for prospective students

    Definitely visit the campus! I read about L&C online on multiple websites but never really got the full impact of the school until I visited the campus and talked with current students.
    Academic Rigor

    The classes are small and taught by professors. This applies to all of the classes, not just the senior highest-level classes. Most things on campus are entirely student-run, including the International Affairs Symposium every spring. There is certainly a high degree of quality and academic rigor expected of the students, but the professors are willing to help you through it.
    Dorm Life

    The variety of dorms is amazing. There is a dorm for every personality. Roommates are selected by hand using detailed roommate questionnaires. In addition, there is a facebook page for accepted students where you can post a short bio and find a roommate that way.
    Food and Dining

    The meal plans are a little expensive for the quality of the food. Having said that, the quality of the food is really good. The on-campus food service, Bon Appetite, uses local fresh ingredients and has vegan, vegetarian, dairy free, and gluten free options.
    What to do for fun

    Downtown Portland is 20 minutes from campus, and a free bus leaves the campus every hour.
    Clubs and Activities

    There are so many clubs...if you don't see a club offered, you have the ability as a student to create a club.
    Greek Life

    There is no greek life on campus, which definitely makes the drinking scene minimal. Parties at L&C are more social and intellectual rather than drunken attempts to get laid.

  • Greg from Portland, OR

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    In three sentences

    my dad was an adjunct faculty member there teaching students to play the saxophone for 17 years. i learned to play piano and to do math while he taught there at the age of three, and i have a lot of memories from there.

  • Hayley from Hillsboro, OR

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    lewis & clark is a liberal arts school with great professors. the community is supportive and diverse. the campus is beautiful.
    Tips for prospective students

    visit all of the school that you apply/get in to. it will be really helpful for you to be able to stand on campus and really picture yourself living and learning at that particular school.
    Academic Rigor

    it is a healthy amount of challenging courses, especially freshman year will be really writing based, but it is really helpful for quickly getting good at college essay writing.
    Dorm Life

    the dorms on campus are diverse and have really great communities within them. the dorms are not dungeons and the students inside every dorm are welcoming.
    Food and Dining

    the bon, our main dining room, does a very good job of catering to all sorts of tastes, and it is very compatible with vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free, and allergies. it is a tasty, all-you-can-eat style dining room with lots of healthy choices and also lots of comfort foods.
    What to do for fun

    go to downtown portland. hike, bike, run or walk in tryon creek state park. explore the pearl and alphabet districts of portland. go to one of the many rock climbing gyms in p-town. sample the donuts at voo-doo donuts. go to sporting events. attend an a-cappella concert. play frisbee on the lawn. enjoy the sunshine at south campus.
    Bang for the buck

    well, it is an expenisve private school, but definitely worth it and they work very hard to provide you with suitable financial aide.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    there is a place called narnia on the graduate school campus! its very cool. the naked mile takes place on campus once a year. the rose garden at the bottom of the flagpole lawn is a quiet, beautiful place to study.
    Great for these types of students

    politically liberal, glbtq students, passionate and dedicated students, athletes, actors, singers, dancers. basically anyone can find their niche here on campus.
    Clubs and Activities

    so many options!
    Greek Life

    non existent
    Campus Safety

    campo is really good, and i always feel safe here.

  • Stephanie from Goleta, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    All of my classes really have taught me a lot!
    I feel like I have learned more here than I have any time in High School.
    The professors are really great for the most part.
    Am enjoying being here

    I really do like L&C although, the small school does get to me sometimes. I see the same people every single day! And there is not as much diversity as I would like. I am Hispanic and one of the very few!
    But I do like that almost everyone is very friendly!
    Bang for the buck

    This is a very expensive school and I can only afford coming here because of the financial aid I received. I would re-think the decision if you would have to take out massive loans. Thankfully that is not the case for me, but it is still a lot of money!
    Tips for prospective students

    Visit the campus! It is beautiful!
    Great for these types of students

    Freindly, liberal, stoners, outgoing, talented, music oriented.

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