Western Oregon University

Non-profit

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):
Considered (not required)

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment: Yes

Advance placement (AP) credits: Yes

Credit for qualified life experience*: Implied no

*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

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

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Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies

Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services

English Language And Literature/Letters

Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics

History

Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities

Mathematics And Statistics

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

Natural Resources And Conservation

Philosophy And Religious Studies

Physical Sciences

Psychology

Social Sciences

Visual And Performing Arts