Western Oregon University
Non-profit
Public
Private
Regional
Undergraduate programs at Western Oregon University help students build a foundation of skills and knowledge in disciplines like community health, gerontology, music, and public policy and administration. Several of the university's graduate programs, including master's tracks in teaching and organizational leadership, are also available in online and hybrid formats. Professional advisors guide learners throughout their educational experiences. After being admitted, incoming students are matched with a dedicated professional who assists with enrollment, financial aid, assessments, and selecting a major. In addition, advisors ensure students meet specific graduation benchmarks by matching them with tutoring, counseling, and career preparation services. Undergraduate applicants typically need a high school GPA of at least 3.0. Prospective students who do not meet this requirement may also need to submit ACT or SAT scores and a letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
42% of students
were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools
with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but
are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
83% of full-time
students stayed to continue their studies the following academic
year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall
2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
77% of students
graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their
studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are
not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners.
Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
| Test scores: | Not required or recommended | High school transcript: | Required |
| High school rank: | Considered (not required) | Letter of recommendation: | Required |
| High school GPA: | Required | Open admission: | No |
| Completion of college prep program: | Required | Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL): |
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment: Yes
Advance placement (AP) credits: Yes
Credit for qualified life experience*:
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*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials,
or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a
portfolio to earn credit.
Learning Environment
1k
Students enrolledOnline student enrollmentStudent to faculty ratio
92%
Online student enrollmentStudent to faculty ratio
9:1
Student to faculty ratio
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 3 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 4 | English Language And Literature/Letters | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 5 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 6 | History | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 7 | History | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 8 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities | ✕ | ✔ | ✕ |
| 9 | Mathematics And Statistics | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 10 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 11 | Natural Resources And Conservation | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 12 | Philosophy And Religious Studies | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 13 | Physical Sciences | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 14 | Psychology | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 15 | Social Sciences | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 16 | Visual And Performing Arts | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |