“L&C makes it super easy to study abroad—I can experience a new culture without having to worry about extra cost or falling off track as a science student.”
Katie Ingersoll BA ’25Bothell, WashingtonBiochemistry and molecular biology major Katie chose L&C because of the accessible study abroad programs, variety of STEM majors, varsity athletics, and connection to Portland.More about Katie“I knew I wanted a smaller school experience. I wanted to be able to connect with my professors, and wanted to feel a sense of community, and I do.”
Jermisha Hinton BA ’25Washington, D.C.Jermisha, a computer science major and rhetoric and media studies minor, chose L&C for the small, tight-knit community where connecting with professors is a breeze.More about Jermisha“The Office of Overseas and Off-Campus Programs is so wonderful and helps make the study abroad process as simple as possible.”
Bode Dalton BA ’25Idaho Springs, ColoradoWorking for College Outdoors has given Bode not only valuable skills, but also a community of friends and mentors on campus.More about Bode“L&C offered the perfect environment to play the sport I love, explore my academic passions, and experience the city of Portland!”
Sebastian DePrez BA ’25Upland, CaliforniaSebastian keeps busy on campus, finding community in his residence hall as an RA, and through the L&C basketball team.More about Sebastian“One aspect that drew me to Lewis & Clark is the ease of study abroad. L&C provides great access to a variety of programs.”
Ella Radvany BA ’26Bellingham, WashingtonElla knew they wanted to attend a liberal arts college, but L&C’s access to nature and the city of Portland sealed the deal.More about Ella
Chart Your Course to Study Abroad
The Fiske Guide calls us “the West Coast’s leader in international and study abroad programs.” It’s no surprise since we’ve been sending students overseas for over 60 years and offer more than 30 programs on 6 continents annually. And if a semester (or more!) off campus isn’t for you, you’ll still benefit from the global mindset that infuses our curriculum and the perspectives of students from over 52 countries as your peers. Start your L&C application today and jump start your path to becoming a global citizen!
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L&C One of Oregon’s ‘Best Liberal Arts Colleges’
According to the 2025 Niche college rankings, Lewis & Clark is one of the best liberal arts colleges in Oregon as well as one of the state’s top performers in academics, student life, English, and history.
Student-Led ENVX Symposium Focuses on Green Innovation
This year’s event, Green Innovation in China and the U.S.: Creating Climate Solutions, features two keynote speakers in addition to a movie screening, a panel on electric vehicles, and a closing reception.
A Focus on Student Resilience
President Robin Holmes-Sullivan was a featured speaker at The Chronicle of Higher Education’s virtual conference.
Empowering New Students to ‘Stumble and Grow’
In a Seattle Times opinion piece, President Robin Holmes-Sullivan addresses how parents and caregivers can prepare their students for the“monumental transition” to college while supporting their autonomy and growth.
Focusing on Women’s Health in West Africa
With funds from a Projects for Peace grant, Latifatou Savadogo BA ’24 spent the summer working to provide life-saving health screenings to displaced women in her home country of Burkina Faso.
L&C Earns Spot in Princeton Review’s Best Colleges for 2025
In addition to being listed among the nation’s 390 best colleges and on the Green College Honor Roll, Lewis & Clark received top rankings for most beautiful campus (No. 4), best college newspaper (No. 16), and most politically active students (No. 16).