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Western Oregon University

Monmouth, OR 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate84%
Acceptance Rate84%

About Western Oregon University

Western Oregon University is a mid-sized comprehensive university located in Monmouth. Ore. As the state’s oldest public university, WOU has offered a student-centered learning community for more than 160 years. Courses at WOU are taught exclusively by faculty members, which means every student has the opportunity for transformative education with personalized support. WOU celebrates accessibility with affordable tuition, inclusive admissions and a range of academic programs. The university has received national recognition for its service to first-generation college students, minority students and other underserved populations. At WOU, Together We Succeed.

Western Oregon University is a public, state university in the rural area of Monmouth, Oregon. Western Oregon University was founded in 1856. The college currently enrolls around 3,752 students a year, including 3,320 undergrads.

2022 Acceptance Rate for Western Oregon University

It is moderately difficult to get into Western Oregon University. The acceptance rate at Western Oregon University is 84%. In 2022, 3,237 students applied to Western Oregon University and 2,703 were admitted.

Western Oregon University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance
Overall Acceptance Rate 84%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate EA not offered
Average GPA 3.4
Test Optional May require tests
Applicants Submitting SAT scores 5%

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Western Oregon University is located in Monmouth, Oregon, near Portland.

If you want to see Western Oregon University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 5 to Monmouth, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Portland International.

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College Info

345 Monmouth Avenue North Monmouth, OR 97361

Campus Setting: Rural

Western Oregon University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Western Oregon University is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Western Oregon University is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Western Oregon University SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

985 - 1220

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Math SAT Range

490 - 600

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Reading SAT Range

495 - 620

Western Oregon University Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$20,920

In State

$40,630

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$9,000
$28,710
Fees
$2,025
$2,025
Housing
$9,895
$9,895
Books
Unknown
Unknown

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Student Life

Wondering what life at Western Oregon University is like? There are approximately 3,752 students enrolled at Western Oregon University, including 3,320 undergraduate students and 432 graduate students. 86% percent of students attend school full-time, 81% percent are from OR and 19% percent of students are from other states.

86%

Full Time

14%

Part Time

81%

In State

19%

Out-of-State

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

3,752

Campus Setting

Rural

Acceptance Rate

84%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$11,025

Out-of-State

$30,735

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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