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- FAFSA School Code: 003223
- Phone: (541) 737-0123
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77%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,103Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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University of Oregon
1500 SW Jefferson Avenue, Corvallis, OR
University of Oregon (UO), the state's first university, is located in the town of Eugene on a 295-acre campus surrounded by trees. A public research university, UO offers more than 260 academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate degree levels. There are more than 300 undergraduate majors to choose from, and overseas internship opportunities in more than 40 countries. UO also has satellite campuses: Portland, which offers programs in journalism, architecture, digital arts, law, and more, and Charleston on the Oregon coast, the site of its Oregon Institute of Marine Biology (OIMB). The UO Department of Physics also operates the Pine Mountain Observatory, a site in central Oregon that provides basic and advanced scientific research opportunities.
The UO faculty members are experts in their fields, and UO alumni include several Oregon governors, Nobel laureates, and Pulitzer Prize winners.
The UO Vice President has oversight of the university's research and graduate education programs, including identification of funding opportunities, research compliance, initiatives, research centers and institutes at the university, and more.
History
The University of Oregon was founded in 1872 as the state's first university. In 1876, the UO opened with five faculty members and 155 students enrolled. In 1878, the first five students graduated. In 1881, the university nearly closed due to overwhelming debt. In 1885, it received funding from Legislature, which helped keep the university open and thriving. In 1969, the UO became a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU).
Academics
The academic calendar for the University of Oregon has fall, winter, spring and summer "Terms." The Summer Term is broken up into 4-week or 8-week sessions. The Law School follows its own academic calendar, with fall and spring semesters.
Colleges and Schools
- School of Architecture & Allied Arts
- College of Arts and Sciences
- Lundquist College of Business
- College of Education
- Graduate School
- Robert D. Clark Honors College
- School of Journalism & Communication
- School of Law
- School of Music and Dance
Student Life
The UO Outdoor Program provides opportunities for students to lead outdoor adventures throughout the year. Activities include kayaking in the nearby McKenzie and Willamette rivers, and snowboarding in the Cascade Mountains. Students may participate in many excursions to the Pacific Ocean, which is one hour's drive from campus.
There are hundreds of student clubs and organizations on the UO campus, and students can choose from a wide range of interest groups from the Ad Club to Zeta Phi Beta. Several local chapters of sororities and fraternities are active on campus, with many opportunities for joining a "sisterhood" or "brotherhood" at UO.
On campus housing is available in a range of options, along with a selection of meal plans and dining options.
Traditions
The school colors for the University of Oregon are green and yellow, with black as an accent color. The school mascot is the duck, and the UO athletic teams are nicknamed the "Oregon Ducks" or the Oregon "Fighting Ducks."
The OU Fight Song:
Oregon, our Alma Mater, we will guard thee on and on.
Fellows gather 'round and cheer her; chant her glory, Oregon.
Roar the praises of her warriors, sing the story, Oregon;
On to victory urge the heroes of our Mighty Oregon.
We will march, march, on down the field, fighting for Oregon.
Plough through the foeman's line their strength we'll defy.
We'll give a long cheer for our men. We're out to win again.
OSU may fight to the end but we will win.
Athletics
The Oregon "Ducks" athletic teams compete in many intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Women's Sports:
- Acrobatics and Tumbling
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Satellite Campuses
In addition to its primary campus in Eugene, Oregon, the University of Oregon (UO) has three satellite campuses or learning sites:
- Portland Campus - offering programs in journalism, architecture, digital arts, and law
- Oregon Institute of Marine Biology (OIMB) - providing hands-on marine biology courses in coastal Charleston, Oregon
- Pine Mountain Observatory - providing scientific research opportunities in central Oregon
Community Life
Eugene, Oregon is considered to be the idyllic college town, and one of the best places to live in America. There are many trees and mountains in the area, providing a beautiful backdrop to a scenic campus, countless bike paths and a lively, cultured community.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the students University of Oregon accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
University of Oregon has a total student population of about 23,000, with undergraduate students making up about 84% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $15,900. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $65 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- In-State Tuition: $10,000-$13,000
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $34,000-$41,200
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $230-$280 per unit
- Out-of-State: $760-$920 per unit
- The estimated cost for room and board is around $16,000
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 77% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 67% | $7,142 |
Receiving Student Loans | 40% | $7,496 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, University of Oregon may offer services including:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Child care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- English Language Program
- Law Program
- Music Program
- School Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Oregon is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Pac-12 Conference)
- Basketball (Pac-12 Conference)
- Track and Field (Pac-12 Conference)
- Football (Pac-12 Conference)
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Beach Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of Oregon by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Architecture
- Architecture (B, D, M)
- Urban Planning (M)
- Landscape Architect (B, M)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Physiology (B, D, M)
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Marine Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (D, M)
- Accounting (B, D, M)
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management (C, M)
- Information Systems (M)
- International Business (C)
- Advertising and Marketing (D, M)
- Finance
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations (B)
- Journalism (B, M)
- Multimedia (M)
Education
- Education (B, C)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (C, D, M)
- Special Education (C, D, M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, D, M)
- Creative Writing (M)
- Rhetoric and Composition
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Asian Studies (B, M)
- Women's Studies (B, C)
- Latin American Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B, D, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, D)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, D, M)
- Religious Studies (B)
- Jewish and Judaic Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
- Counseling Psychology (D)
- School Psychology (C, D, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (B)
- Public Administration (B, M)
Social Sciences
- Social Science (B)
- Economics (B, D, M)
- Political Science (B, D, M)
- Sociology (B, D, M)
- Anthropology (B, D, M)
- Geography (B, D, M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, M)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (M)
- Art History (B, M)
- Music Theory and Composition (B, D, M)
- Dance (B)
- Jewelry Design (B)
- Photography (B)
- Sculpture (B)
- Ceramic Arts (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Oregon.
- Western Oregon University in Salem, OR (53 miles away)
- Portland State University in Portland, OR (99 miles away)
- Southern Oregon University in Beaverton, OR (134 miles away)
- The Evergreen State College in Everett, WA (204 miles away)
- University of Washington - Tacoma Campus in Bothell, WA (219 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Visit the main Oregon colleges & universities profile page
- Browse our list of public colleges in Oregon
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003223
- Phone: (541) 737-0123
- School Homepage