900 SE Baker St
McMinnville, Oregon
97128-6894
PHONE: 800.640.2287
admission@linfield.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
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Academics
Admission Process
Athletics
Financial Aid
General Information
Location
Residence Life
Student Life
Academics
What majors and minors are available?Linfield is solely undergraduate and offers a curriculum based in the liberal arts and sciences. 34 academic majors and 38 academic programs are available. In addition, pre-professional programs are offered.
Full listing of academic programs
What does "liberal arts" mean?
All Linfield students will take classes outside of their selected major and/or minor. The goal is to expand each student’s horizons and broaden their scope of learning. Students are also encouraged to engage in experiential learning such as collaborative research or internships.
Linfield’s liberal arts curriculum
Student collaborative research projects
Who can I talk with about my major?
All students are assigned a faculty advisor. During the fall semester of freshman year, new students will be involved in an advising class called “Colloquim”. This one credit course serves as an introduction to college life, organized in a seminar and discussion format led by faculty and peer advisors. Advisors discuss matters related to academic goals, academic planning, time management and career preparation.
Learn more about Colloquim
What is the average class size?
Our average class size is 18 students. 72% of all classes have 22 or fewer students.
What is the student-to-faculty ratio?
13:1
What percent of the faculty hold the terminal degree in their field?
93% have attained the highest degree in their field.
Is tutoring available? Are there other study resources?
Yes, peer tutors are available for all students. In addition to the tutoring program, students may also use the Writing Center and the Speaking Center.
Learn more about tutors
Read about the Writing Center
More about the Speaking Center
What services are available for students with learning differences?
The Office of Learning Support Services provides accommodations for students with documented learning differences. Students will work the Learning Support Services on an individual basis.
Office of Learning Support Services
Are there study abroad opportunities at Linfield?
Yes! Linfield has a strong tradition in study abroad and over 50% of our students study abroad before graduating. In fact, the Chronicle of Higher Education recognizes Linfield as being one of the top 20 schools of our kind in the number of students we send abroad. With our year, semester and optional January Term programs, Linfield students have numerous opportunities to explore the globe. Linfield even pays for your first round trip airfare!
Year long study abroad programs
Semester study abroad programs
January Term program
What do graduates do after Linfield?
Linfield grads are ready to take on the world-literally! While some decide to stay closer to home and pursue graduate degrees at universities like Harvard Law, Yale, Princeton and Oregon Health Sciences University, others venture around the world to countries like France, Japan and everywhere in between. 92% of Linfield graduates are employed or enrolled in a graduate program within one year of graduation.
Since 1999, 16 Linfield students have been awarded Fulbright grants.
Admission Process
How do I apply to Linfield?Linfield accepts the Common Application (with supplement).
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How hard is it to get accepted to Linfield?
Linfield grants admission to students who are likely to grow and succeed in a personal and challenging liberal arts environment. Each application is reviewed individually in a number of areas including a high school transcript, college test results, personal writing sample and counselor recommendation. The depth and quality of an applicant’s involvement in community and school activities is also evaluated.
Learn more about the admission process
What is the minimum GPA, SAT and ACT scores to be admitted to Linfield?
We do not currently have a minimum requirement for GPA or test scores. However, the incoming class in 2008 had a mid-range GPA of 3.33-3.84, a mid-range SAT score of 1010-1210 (critical reading, math), and a mid-range ACT score of 22-27.
What are the minimum requirements for high school coursework?
While we do not have specific requirements on high school classes, it is highly recommended students have 4 years of English, 4 years of math, 2-4 years of foreign language, 3-4 years of social science and 3-4 of natural science.
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Is an interview required?
Although an interview is not required, we do encourage you to visit campus and see for yourself what makes Linfield a unique learning community.
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What is Early Action? When is the Early Action deadline?
Students who have identified Linfield as a top choice institution may take advantage of our Early Action option. This allows them to resolve their college choice early in the senior year. Students may still apply to other colleges and are not committed to enrolling at Linfield under the Early Action policy guidelines. The Early Action application deadline is November 15.
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When is the Regular Decision deadline?
The Regular Decision deadline is February 15 for freshman students and April 15 for transfer students.
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Am I a transfer student?
Transfer students are former or current college students with at least 12 transferable semester credits from another accredited college or university. High school students who are enrolled in Running Start or another dual-enrollment program will be considered freshman applicants and their college credits will be evaluated on a course-by-course basis upon enrollment. Transfer students may request a transfer credit evaluation prior to applying for admission or enrolling.
Transfer to Linfield
Does Linfield award credit for AP exams and IB classes?
Yes, students will be awarded up to five elective credits for AP scores of 4
or higher. Elective credits will be awarded for upper level IB classes
passed with a 5 or higher.
Will community college credits transfer to Linfield?
Classes taken at a community college will be evaluated on a course-by-course basis. Generally, courses that are academic in nature, over the 100-level (Math 095 accepted) and a “C” grade or higher, will transfer for some type of credit.
How do I apply for financial aid?
In order to qualify for financial aid, students must first be admitted to Linfield College. Merit scholarships are awarded based on academic information included in the application for admission. Eligibility of need-based aid will be based on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
FAFSA website
Are there deadlines for financial aid?
Enter your answer here. Students who meet the preferred application deadline will be considered for academic scholarship. Those who are interested in participating in the Competitive Scholarship Day must submit their application for admission by December 1 and complete the registration form. Also, in order to be considered for need-based aid, students must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by February 1.
FAFSA Website
Learn more about financial aid
What is the CSS PROFILE and is it required?
Students who apply under the Early Action deadline may choose to submit the CSS PROFILE. It is used to determine an estimate of need-based aid in January. The CSS PROFILE is not required and students who submit the PROFILE form by November 15 must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid by February 1 to receive any need-based aid.
CSS PROFILE
Athletics
What is your athletic affiliation?Linfield is part of the NCAA Division III. We participate in the Northwest Conference, which is comprised of other small private schools in Oregon and Washington.
Which varsity sports do you offer?
Men’s intercollegiate teams include baseball, basketball, cross-country, football, golf, soccer, swimming, tennis and track.
Women can participate in intercollegiate basketball, cross-country, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming and volleyball.
Linfield Athletics
Can I participate on the team as a walk-on?
Yes, but it depends on the team. Most of our teams are competitive in selecting members, but some have JV teams.
What intramural and club sports are available?
A variety of intramural teams are offered including basketball, bowling, football, racquetball, soccer, softball, ultimate frisbee and volleyball.
Club sports include bowling, men’s lacrosse, tennis, ultimate frisbee and water polo.
Linfield’s Intramural Sports Program
Linfield’s Clubs
How many students participate in athletics?
About 60% of Linfield students participate in a team sport either at the varsity or intramural level.
Financial Aid
What percent of students receive financial aid?Over 90% of Linfield students are receiving some type of financial aid.
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College Costs
General Information
How many students attend Linfield?Approximately 1750 students are enrolled at the McMinnville campus and 350 students comprise Linfield’s School of Nursing and Health Sciences located in Portland, Oregon.
From where are most of the students?
Linfield students represent 26 states and 20 countries. Currently, the majority of students come from the western U.S. including Alaska, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Oregon and Washington. Each year we welcome more students from the Southwest, Midwest, Rocky Mountain states and even a few from back East. International students comprise 4% of our student body.
Meet This Year’s Class
How ethnically diverse is the student body?
11% of our American students have indicated ethnic diversity with 6% Asian American, 2% African American, 2% Hispanic and 1% Native American. Additionally, Linfield has 4% International students from locations including China, India, Japan, Myanmar and Sri Lanka.
What is the male to female ratio?
Approximately 46% of the students are male, 54% are female.
What is Linfield's retention rate?
Our freshman to sophomore retention rate is 83%. We have a 68% graduation
rate, with 95% of these students graduating in four years.
How do I schedule a campus visit?
One of the most important aspects of the college search is to find a campus that fits. Sometimes the only way to find out is to visit. The Office of Admission is open Monday-Saturday during the academic year and offer two student-led campus tours daily. Complete the online form or give us a call at 1.800.640.2287 to schedule a visit.
Schedule a campus visit
Location
Where is McMinnville?"Mac" as it is affectionately known, is centrally located between
the state's capital (Salem), Lincoln City on the Oregon Coast, and Portland,
Oregon's largest city. By car, it takes an hour or less to reach
each of these destinations.
Map
How Large is McMinnville
Approximately 32,000 residents call McMinnville “home”.
What do students do for fun in Mac?
Aside from the active social life on campus, downtown McMinnville is home to several coffee shops, bookstores and art galleries and is within walking distance to campus.
What’s happening on campus?
Read more about student clubs on campus
Learn more about the McMinnville community
What’s going on in downtown McMinnville?
Is there an airport?
Yes, but the closest international airport is in Portland. The Portland International Airport (PDX) is one-and-a-half hours from McMinnville. There is a free Linfield-run shuttle service to and from the airport during fall orientation, major holidays, breaks and the end of school.
Portland International Airport
What is the weather like?
The temperature in McMinnville is fairly moderate. Winter temperatures are likely to be in the forties, but may occasionally dip below freezing. During fall and spring, the temperature ranges from mid-fifties to the eighties.
What is today’s weather?
Residence Life
How many years do students live on campus?Linfield requires students to live on campus for at least 3 years. Residence halls generally house freshman and sophomores. On campus apartments are available for juniors and seniors. Approximately 80% of Linfield students reside on campus.
Office of Residence Life
Are there freshman-only or 'themed' residence halls?
Although freshman will typically be roomed together, they will share the residence halls with upper classmen. There are two wellness halls available for students who are interested in committing to living healthy lifestyles.
What is included in a residence hall room?
Each residence hall has card swipe access for outside doors, laundry facilities, public call boxes, a lounge with television, expanded basic cable, kitchen, recycling and a variety of other community facilities.
Each room is furnished with a standard size twin bed, closet space, dresser, desk and desk chair for each student. All rooms are connected to cable TV, internet (T-1 connection) and telephone service.
Can freshman bring cars to campus?
Yes, however, it is probably not necessary. Students are asked to register their vehicles with the Linfield Campus Safety Office and obtain a parking pass.
How does the meal plan work?
Each meal plan includes 7 all-you-care-to-eat meals a week and a range of declining balance dollar amount. New students will automatically be assigned the standard meal plan for the first semester. Sodexo is the food service provider and students may use their meal cards in Dillin Hall (the main dining hall), O’Riley’s (a coffee shop on campus), and The Observatory Store (an on-campus convenience store).
Learn more about Linfield’s meal plans
Student Life
What is Linfield's religious affiliation?Linfield is historically and currently affiliated with the American Baptist Church. While we do offer faith-based student groups and a Religious Studies department, religious commitment is not required.
Learn more about spiritual life on Linfield’s campus
What types of clubs or other activities do students participate in?
With over 80 clubs and other organizations to choose from, Linfield students find it hard to pick just one.
Read more about student clubs on campus
What happens at Linfield during the weekends?
Linfield strives to offer a variety of activities everyday. Many events, such as lectures, are academic (we are one of only 5 schools in the world that participate in the Nobel Laureate Symposium, which brings Nobel Prize winners to campus). Other activities are more relaxed (we’ve hosted two MTV Real World cast members in recent years and countless comedians and music groups). Regardless of the day, there’s always something going happening.
Activities Calendar
Is there a Greek system?
Yes, there are 4 fraternities and 4 sororities on campus. Approximately 30% of Linfield students participate in Greek life.
Learn more about Linfield’s Greek system
Didn’t see your question? Call the Office of Admission at 800.640.2287 or send an email to admission@linfield.edu.
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