Overview
Originally founded in 1856 by Oregon pioneers, Western Oregon University is a 4-year public school and the oldest public institution in the state. Western Oregon grants bachelor’s degrees in 52 academic majors. To provide a break from campus, the Western Oregon Outdoor Program sponsors trips for activities such as snowshoeing and trail hiking. For sports fans, Western Oregon fields 11 men’s and women’s athletic teams known as the Wolves.
Acceptance Rate:
83%
Average Net Price:
$19,315
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.3
Average ACT Composite
19
Average SAT Composite
1057
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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. | $11,025 |
| 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. | $30,735 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $11,610 |
| Books and Supplies | $1125 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
69%
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.
40%
Average Aid Per Year
$6,907
40%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,042
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$2,877
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
39%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3675
44%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,042
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$13,225,791
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$1,391,080
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.
90%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,497
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.
$14,944
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.
$207
Students receiving federal loans
89%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,687
Average Other Loans Per Year
$12,706
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
3262
Students Applied
90%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
382
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$60
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
5%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 19
Average SAT Composite: 1057
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.3
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
3,751
Total Number of Undergrads
3,320
0
100
25%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
45%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
74
Faculty Overview
0
100
56%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
35
Countries Represented
11
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
42%
Student Organizations
30
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
25%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
30%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Wolves
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Lone Star Conference
Total Male Athletes
218
Total Female Athletes
123
Intramural Sports
12
Sports Club
7
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Western Oregon University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$43,400
Top 5 Cities
Portland
Seattle
Eugene
Corvallis
Bend
Top 5 Employers
Western Oregon University
Salem-Keizer Public Schools
State of Oregon
Nike
Chemeketa Community College
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Business Development
Operations
Sales
Community and Social Services
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.
$14,944
Loan Default Rate
6%
National: 8%
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.
$207
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingThe classes at Western Oregon University are really good. You learn a lot in these small classes because you can ask questions and talk to the professors.
Melissa from Cornelius, OR
My goal is to graduate in three years, and the flexible scheduling at Western allows me to follow through with my plans.
Madelyn from Beaverton, OR
I feel that the environment will give me the attention that I need to succeed.
Sarah from Junction City, OR
The teachers are great here! They are all willing to be there to help you out, and are thrilled to teach you. I really enjoy the class sizes because it makes it easier for the teachers to be more personally with you. Almost all my teachers knew me on a first name basis.
Katie from Sandy, OR
This is a great school if you are motivated to work hard and achieve. If you are looking for a small campus with a big heart, you will find your home in Western Oregon university. A perfect, almost private school feel for a nice public school price.
Lindsay from Monmouth, OR
The campus is beautiful and conveniently close together. The buildings were easy to navigate and the dorms looked really inviting. With all the extracurricular activities, big recreation center, and car service they have, this school made a great impression.
Marlyse
Western Oregon University is a school based on learning and diversity within the community. The school encourages extracurricular activities and encourages you to focus on your schooling. Overall it is a fantastic school to attend and would be highly recommended to all students.
Alishea
As soon as you step on campus, you feel at home. Western has a very comfortable atmosphere. They offer a great learning environment.
Jazmin from Monmouth, OR
WOU is a medium-sized public university with strong programs in education, American Sign Language (ASL), the performing and visual arts, and criminal justice. The small-town environment is friendly and safe. The faculty are strong teachers who care about their students' success.
Christian from Monmouth, OR
Western Oregon University is a small campus with many beautiful trees.
The Werner University Center is the main place where all events happen
Western Oregon is a good school because its a small campus that you get to know many different people.
The Werner University Center is the main place where all events happen
Western Oregon is a good school because its a small campus that you get to know many different people.
Christine from Monmouth, OR
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