About Lewis & Clark
Students throughout all three of our schools—the undergraduate College of Arts and Sciences, the Graduate School of Education and Counseling, and the School of Law—come to Lewis & Clark to make a difference and turn purpose into practice, gaining the skills, knowledge, and networks to build meaningful careers. Through immersive educational experiences, L&C students, staff, faculty, and alumni engage deeply with the world as it is, in order to create the world as it could be.
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Interconnected Learning
We offer an immersive, career-accelerating education grounded in real-world issues, so students gain lasting skills and build pathways for lifelong success and meaningful impact. Our academics are rigorous and challenging, but you will be supported every step of the way by your advisors, your professors, and your peers. The connections you discover between your classes and high-impact learning experiences are great preparation for an ever-changing world and a future career where critical thinking and creative problem solving skills are valued.
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Stella Campana BA ’25More about StellaI wanted to come to Lewis & Clark because of the surrounding outdoors. Lewis & Clark’s proximity to Mt. Hood and incredible rivers is what drew me here.
Keilani Vega BA ’22More about KeilaniI 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.
Lauryn Frederickson BA ’27More about LaurynI’m able to play on the women’s basketball team and be involved in the music program as a percussionist, which has been incredibly fulfilling.
Affordable Excellence
Investing in your education is one of the most important decisions you and your family will ever make. Lewis & Clark’s Office of Financial Aid creates solutions to serve undergraduate, graduate, and law students from diverse economic backgrounds. Last year, we awarded more than $74 million in institutional aid. Figuring out how to finance your education can be daunting, but we are here to help every step of the way.
Diverse Career Opportunities
The remarkable accomplishments of our alumni showcase the wide variety of possibilities that are available after graduation. The critical thinking skills that are at the heart of every liberal arts major prepare our undergraduate students for advanced degrees, ground-breaking careers, and prestigious Fulbright grants and Peace Corps positions. Our graduate students earn advanced degrees with a unique focus on social justice and graduate ready to serve students and clients thanks to extensive hands-on experience in the classroom or a clinical counseling setting. Our law students have the choice between multiple specializations in nationally recognized programs, multiple clinics and other hands-on practical skills options, and are ready for any career they choose thanks to the highest bar passage rate of all Oregon law schools. All of our students have access to career-readiness experience that you will be hard-pressed to find anywhere else.
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Skill Development
Hands-on learning is a pillar of all three of our schools’ education models, and a reason why our students are better prepared for careers or future degrees. Our undergraduate students gain real-world experience through internships, by leading an academic symposium, conducting graduate-level collaborative research with faculty, and much more. Our graduate students apply their coursework in a real teaching and counseling environment and gain critical insights that can only be gleaned by working in the field. Our law students learn from experts and network with the robust legal community in Portland, all while acquiring hands-on experience through the L&C Advocacy Center, clinics, externships, and a practice courtroom.
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A Voice for Change
Lewis & Clark is deeply committed to matters related to sustainability. Our research and actions extend beyond the classroom into Portland and the wider world. We build on best practices while recognizing the interrelatedness of ecology, economy, and equity. Over the last decade, we’ve made sustainable endowment policies including environmental, social, governance criteria (ESG), fossil fuel divestment strategies, and an institutional net zero investment policy, which has us on track to completely eliminate greenhouse gas emissions from our portfolio by 2040.
Diverse Minds With a Shared Vision
As an educational institution committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Lewis & Clark engages in efforts to foster a multi-identity community where all feel supported and a sense of belonging, while being challenged to venture from their comfort zone as they grow and learn. Our caring community models the collaboration needed to make an impact, so students develop the expertise and mindset to excel in their careers and lead purposeful lives of consequence.
Champion Athletics
Lewis & Clark’s 21 varsity sports teams—composed of almost 20 percent of our undergraduate students—compete mainly in the Northwest Conference against eight NCAA Division III institutions. Our outstanding athletic facilities, including newly renovated Huston Sports Complex, mean our student-athletes get the best in the classroom and on the field.
A Global Education
Lewis & Clark’s commitment to creating global citizens has been evident in our unique approach to overseas study since 1962. In fact, at a time when overseas study programs were few and far between—and programs outside Western Europe even less common—Lewis & Clark started its overseas study program by making the bold decision to send students across the Pacific to Japan for a semester of learning and adventure. We have continued to be a leader in overseas study ever since.
Find Your People
We offer a culture that sparks curiosity and celebrates authenticity, so students can embrace their true selves and develop the courage to lead with intention. Our diverse student body is made up of American students, international students, and students in between (Third Culture Kids), all learning together by sharing their cultures, beliefs, and worldviews.
Love Where You Live and Study
Our location in Portland, Oregon, provides countless professional opportunities in a vibrant, progressive city with endless networking, entertainment, and cultural resources—just one of the many reasons to earn your degree at Lewis & Clark.
Upcoming Events
Rogers Science Research Tuesday Talks
Join us for a talk titled Colloquium: Science and Society with James F. Miller Professor of Humanities Jay Odenbaugh.
Ask Our LLM/MSL Alumni: Environmental Law Careers, Experiences & Advice
The Zoom session will include information on the online MSL and LLM programs, as well as an opportunity for live Q&A.
LiveWhale Office Hours
Meeting ID: 965 8651 7108
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New York Philharmonic in Central Park – Alumni Meetup
Enjoy an evening on the Great Lawn with fellow alumni as the NY Philharmonic performs. We’ll gather with light snacks and drinks (potluck style), with our spot marked by black and orange balloons. RSVP to receive the host’s mobile phone and exact location for this relaxed summer meetup.
Walk Down Memory Lane and Ribbons of Remembrance
Howard Bridge (located behind Howard residence hall)