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Overview
Southern Oregon University is a 4-year public liberal arts college in south central Oregon. SOU confers bachelor’s degrees in 36 academic fields of study and provides numerous opportunities to engage in field study, internships, and capstone projects. In addition to classroom space, the SOU campus houses the Rogue Valley Television station and Jefferson Public Radio. To escape the rigors of academia, the university is surrounded by numerous natural attractions including the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument, Rogue River, multiple national parks, and the Deer Creek Center.
Acceptance Rate:
88%
Average Net Price:
$10,806
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.2
Average ACT Composite
20
Average SAT Composite
1093
Virtual Tour
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $12,093 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $30,723 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $16,248 |
| Books and Supplies | $999 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
44%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
28%
Average Aid Per Year
$7,011
28%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,233
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,779
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
37%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,073
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$200
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
21%
Submitting ACT
32%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 20
Average SAT Composite: 1093
Admissions Resources
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
5,204
Total Number of Undergrads
4,285
0
100
30%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
47%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
23:1
US National: 21:1Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
50
Faculty Overview
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Housing
0
100
17%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Raiders
School Colors
red and black
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Frontier Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$43,400
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingThe teachers are really helpful and most are really good about getting papers or tests backs quickly. I feel pretty challenged, but never really overloaded. Most professors are really good about dealing with special circumatances.
Brooke from South Lake Tahoe, CA
My Professors are really experienced and actually know what they're talking about. They are goofy and fun and not strict and grumpy like most colleges. I've learned more here in one semester than in my senior year of high school!
The Runner From Umatilla
Southern Oregon University is a small school with good academics and good opportunities
Southern Oregon University is a good place to go if you want peace and quiet to explore your inner world while making new friends in an open college environment
Southern Oregon University is a combination of a commuter college and a campus community. With recent successes in the schools athletic departments, popularity of the school will be on the rise
Southern Oregon University is a good place to go if you want peace and quiet to explore your inner world while making new friends in an open college environment
Southern Oregon University is a combination of a commuter college and a campus community. With recent successes in the schools athletic departments, popularity of the school will be on the rise
Joseph from Ashland, OR
I am in my third year at Southern Oregon University and have yet to feel stagnate in my studies. Each year I continue to grow in my academics and sometimes even surprise myself. Being in school for four years is a long time but constantly learning new and exciting things at SOU makes the time fly by.
Brittany from Silverdale, WA
This campus is perfect for those who love to be close to nature and enjoy living in smaller towns. The location is absolutely beautiful with a variety of places to go to such as going hiking or going downtown to get Italian food. Teachers know the students by their name and face which creates that good teacher and student bond.
Beatriz from Yreka, CA
The campus is gorgeous; the people are amazing and I don't even have to try to make friends; all of the professors I've met really trust their students and talk to us like equals; I'm never bored because there's always something going on around campus; and I've had more freedom with choosing cases than I have anywhere else! I was nervous about starting college just like everyone else. But by the end of the first week, I decided that I couldn't imagine myself being anywhere else!
Laura from Wilsonville, OR
I am learning TONS! Of course, it depends on your professor and if you're actually interested in the class, but for the most part I've had wonderful classes. But, you learn so much more than the topic of the class. You learn about what's happening in the world, what's happening locally, and you learn so much more about yourself.
Gabrielle from Tigard, OR
Warm, personable environment. Great teachers. Great school for non-traditional students.
Savel from Talent, OR
SOU has a beautiful campus, great academics, and the student who go there are very nice and unique individuals.
Kaylie from Long Beach, CA
SOU is a beautiful college with great people. The students are all really nice and helpful. The instructors are knowledgeable and eager to help each student succeed.
Susan from Medford, OR
