Western Oregon University

(Monmouth, OR)

Recognized by insidecollege.com as one of Oregon's "Hidden Gems," Western Oregon University is dedicated to meeting the needs of its diverse student body. Founded in 1856, WOU's 157-acre campus is located in Monmouth, 20 miles southwest of Salem. Aside from an array of undergraduate and graduate programs to choose from, WOU offers the state's only four-year degree in American Sign Language (ASL) Studies and ASL/English Interpreting, as well as a graduate program in rehabilitation counseling.

A diverse set of resources are available to WOU students, including the Honors Program, Study Abroad & International Exchanges, as well as dual enrollment programs with two community colleges. Financial aid is also available, and in some cases students may qualify for the Western Undergraduate Exchange program or the Oregon Opportunity Grant.

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Admissions

88.2%
of Applicants Admitted

GPA

Avg GPA of incoming frosh: 3.26

Offers Rolling Admission

SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile

1170–1660 SAT Total
420–540 SAT Reading
430–550 SAT Math
400–510 SAT Writing

17–22 ACT Composite
17–23 ACT English
15–22 ACT Math

TOEFL Required for intl students

Minimum TOEFL:

Cost

$18,981
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board

In-State Tuition: $6,813
Out-of-State Tuition: $17,868
Room and Board: $11,043
Books & Supplies: $1,125

Will I Like It

5,275
number of undergraduates

Public
Setting: Town
Religious Affiliation: No affiliation
56% Women

Areas of Study

Business & Economics

Economics

Education

Teaching

Engineering

Computer Science

Health & Medicine

Fitness, Health Administration

Humanities

English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages

Journalism & Communication

Debate & Speech

Music

General Music & Theory

Performing Arts

Dance, Drama & Theatre

Philosophy & Religion

Philosophy

Politics & Law

Political Science & Government

Public Service

Firefighting, Law Enforcement

Science & Math

Biology, Chemistry, Math

Social Sciences

Anthropology, Area & Cultural Studies, Other Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology

Visual Arts & Design

Art

Extra Curriculars

Books, Chess, Anthropology Club, Art Club, Comedy, Band, Computers, Culture, Dancing, Debate, Drama, College Democrats, College Republicans, Color Guard, Computer Club, Debate Team, Jogging, Languages, Marching Band, Ensemble, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Fellowship Christian Athletes, Piano, Poetry, Politics, Foreign Language Club, Forensics Team, Sports, French Club, Student Council, German Club, Theatre, Video Games, Glee Club, Gospel Choir, Working Out, HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America, Improv Group, Yoga, International Society, Investment Club, Junior Achievement, Math Club, NAHS - National Art Honors Society, Orchestra, Poetry Society, Science Club, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Government & Council, Thespian Society, Young Democrats

Mailing Address

345 North Monmouth Ave
Monmouth, OR 97361-1394

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