<p>Let’s first assume that the workload at all schools is not the same. Next, the Reed workload seems to be generally considered heavier than average. Some say the Reed, Swarthmore and UChicago workloads are the heaviest. It’s is hard to be objective.</p>
<p>If HS was an easy breeze for you, Reed could be a shock; if you had to work hard in HS, Reed will likely be harder, but at least 91% (the latest freshman retention rate) adjusted well.</p>