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Portland is a core part of Lewis & Clark’s identity. From our Connect-Portland (PDX) courses that tie our academic content directly to our location to the campus shuttle that will take you (for free!) to the best the city has to offer, our location is just one of many compelling reasons to choose L&C.

Get to Know Us

  • Jennifer Cox Cyphers BA ’98

    tells us about her favorite L&C memory.
    Jennifer Cox Cyphers BA '98
  • Explore Portland

    See all the fun things you can do downtown by getting on the Pio!
    Pio Express shuttle
  • Emily Clark BA ’22

    tells us how College Outdoors helped her create community here at Lewis & Clark.
    Emily, smiling, standing at a hiking trail in the forest with a large backpack and walking stick.

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  • Equity

    We are the only liberal arts school in Oregon on Colleges of Distinction’s “Best Equity and Inclusion” list for 2022–23.

  • 5

    The average L&C student graduates with an average of five arts courses.

  • 70%

    70% of our students are involved in the arts.

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