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OR
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About SOU
Southern Oregon University is a public, state university in the town of Ashland, Oregon. SOU was founded in 1926. The university enrolls around 5,059 students a year, including 4,450 undergraduate students.
SOU Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into SOU. SOU admitted 90% of all applicants in 2021. Out of 2,317 applications received in 2021, 2,093 students were offered admission.
| Southern Oregon University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 90% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.3 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 71% |
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Southern Oregon University is located in Ashland, Oregon,.
If you want to see SOU for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 5 to Ashland, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Medford-Jackson County.
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College Info
SOU Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Not available
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to SOU is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
SOU SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
990 - 1200
Math SAT Range
490 - 580
Reading SAT Range
490 - 620
SOU Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$28,509
In State$46,869
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$9,405
$27,765
Fees
$2,286
$2,286
Housing
$15,819
$15,819
Books
$999
$999
Student Life
Wondering what life at SOU is like? There are approximately 5,059 students enrolled at SOU, including 4,450 undergraduate students and 609 graduate students. 63% percent of students attend school full-time, 63% percent are from OR and 37% percent of students are from other states.
63%
Full Time37%
Part Time63%
In State37%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
5,059
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
90%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$11,691
Out-of-State
$30,051
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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