Welcome to Lewis & Clark in Beautiful Portland, Oregon

“My New Student Trip was wonderful. I got a sense of the community at L&C, and it was great to see how adventurous and open everyone was.”
Clover Sinning BA ’26
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Clover, who is majoring in biology, is actively involved in the Students Engaged in Eco-Defense (SEED) club, which works to make campus more sustainable.
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“I joined intramural volleyball and it has been a blast. I get to play with friends and meet new students outside of the classroom.”
Grayson Smith BA ’25
Oakland, California
Knowing that small class sizes and communication was important to their education, Grayson found a home in the studio art program at L&C.
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“I immediately fell in love with L&C on my visit. The green campus, the short walk to a state park, how the community greeted me . . . I quickly felt that I belonged here.”
John Mbanda BA ’25
Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Rwanda
John, an international affairs major, finds stress relief and a sense of community through the men’s soccer club.
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“One of the biggest reasons I transferred to L&C was because of the opportunities that arise from attending a liberal arts college in a big city.”
Bennett Gazor BA ’25
Tiburon, California
Psychology major Bennett found his support system through his tennis teammates and coaches.
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“Lewis & Clark has a great community. I’ve made many friends through student clubs, and the professors are very supportive as well.”
Jana Qasem BA ’25
Tigard, Oregon
International affairs and world languages double major Jana is involved in the Arabic Club, Middle East and North African Student Union, and the Third Culture Kids (TCK) Club.
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Lewis & Clark students are the best, and we’re so excited about the amazing incoming class who has committed to joining us this fall. We can’t wait for new students to delve into our incredible academics, experience our commitment to student wellness, get into the groove of the Pacific Northwest lifestyle, and integrate into our warm, welcoming community. Maybe L&C is the place for you, too … how about planning a visit to find out?

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With over 100 clubs and organizations to choose from, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to explore your passions.
Student-faculty research is a hallmark of our interdisciplinary liberal arts education.
Check out the Manor House, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, and Watzek Library—some of our students’ favorite spots on campus.
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Picture yourself here. You’ll like what you see!
Expect the unexpected from our fun-loving community.
Our campus is full of picture-perfect picnic spots.
Roll, Pios! Seventeen percent of our students are varsity athletes.
Our graduates go on to do great things. 96 percent of the Classes of 2018-2022 were employed, continuing their education, or doing service work, like the Peace Corps, within six months of graduation.
Our Division III athletic teams are on the move!
Check out the ravine and rose garden—some of our students’ favorite spots on campus.
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Portland’s best view of Mount Hood is right in our backyard.
We’ve got it all: challenging academics, overseas study programs, a commitment to sustainability, and the best community.
Rain or shine, our student center’s patio is a great place to hang.
You won’t get a walk between classes like this anywhere else!
Book lovers, rejoice! Powell’s Books, the world’s largest independent bookstore, is just a quick (and free!) shuttle ride away from campus.
Our newly renovated student center is looking gorgeous.

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#1
Lewis & Clark is number one on Niche’s 2024 list of Best College Campuses in Oregon.
Top 5
Lewis & Clark is in the top five Best Liberal Arts Colleges in Oregon in 2024, according to Niche.
#10
Lewis & Clark is #10 on Architectural Digest’s “53 Prettiest College Campuses in America.”

Portland

Our city offers endless networking, cultural, and entertainment resources.

Student Support

The First-Year Experience program eases new students’ transition to college.

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Career Ready

You will graduate with the skills to succeed in any career.

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Community Builder Wins College’s Highest Honor

Azucena Lizbeth Morales Santos BA ’24—Hispanic studies and sociology/anthropology double major and active community member—received this spring’s Rena J. Ratte Award.

Fulbright Winner to Pursue Passion of Teaching Language

As the recipient of a prestigious Fulbright award, Alexandra Flory BA ’24 will serve as an English teaching assistant in Germany beginning this fall.

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Decoding Cellular ‘Shape-Shifters’

Biologist Sharon Torigoe and her students investigate the mechanisms that determine a cell’s fate.

Nearly 40 students representing various STEM fields shared their work with the L&C community in Stamm Dining Room during Festival of ...

Celebrating Student Achievement

The annual Festival of Scholars and Artists celebrates the scholarship and creativity of our undergraduate students.

A Peace Corps Top 10 Producer

Lewis & Clark has made the Top 10 list of small colleges and universities that have produced the highest all-time number of Peace Corps volunteers since the agency’s inception in 1961.

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History in Action at the Southern Border

Lewis & Clark history students are putting their research skills to work for asylum seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border.

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Lewis & Clark is

<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Rigorous, Intimate, PWI”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/18301-shalini-hanstad">Shalini Hanstad</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Beautiful, Supportive, Challenging”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/19638-claire-lyman">Claire Lyman BA ’18</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Door’s always open”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/18361-marta-ruzi">Marta Ružić BA ’25</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Curious, Maggie’s, Accepting”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/9094-elsa-dougherty">Elsa Dougherty BA ’20</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Beautiful, Inviting, Interesting”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/19623-lizzie-gregory">Lizzie Gregory BA ’22</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Passionate, Unique, Insightful.”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/19719-maddy-frawley">Maddy Frawley BA ’18</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Adventurous, Original, Green”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/13068-liam-casey">Liam Casey BA ’22</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Kind, Close Knit, Cool”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/9482-kenzie-wingard">Kenzie Wingard BA ’21</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Laid-back, Cooperative, Outdoorsy”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/16649-frankie-spurbeck">Frankie Spurbeck BA ’23</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Slugs, Eccentric, Energy”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/18330-mithila-tambe">Mithila Tambe BA ’25</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Personable, Unique, Kind”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/10676-jacob-serafini">Jacob Serafini BA ’21</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Engaged, Aware, Independent”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/8968-jackson-thein">Jackson Thein BA ’18</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Woke, Funky, Spirited”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/19007-elsa-horsted">Elsa Horsted BA ’25</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Picturesque, Home, Cozy”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/18223-jo-becker">Jo Becker BA ’96</a>
<div class="homepage-prefooter_words"> “Serene, Community, Resourceful”</div> <a class="homepage-prefooter_name" href="/live/profiles/19821-uwella-rubuga">Uwella Rubuga BA ’19</a>

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#1

Lewis & Clark is number one on Niche’s 2024 list of Best College Campuses in Oregon.

Top 5

Lewis & Clark is in the top five Best Liberal Arts Colleges in Oregon in 2024, according to Niche.

#10

Lewis & Clark is #10 on Architectural Digest’s “53 Prettiest College Campuses in America.”

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Lewis & Clark is