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Southern Oregon University

Ashland, OR · Public · Midsize suburb · Website

Southern Oregon University campus
Photo: Gary Halvorson, Oregon State Archives · Attribution
Admission rate
89%
Accessible
Average net price
$20,998
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
43%
Median earnings
$54,657
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Southern Oregon University is a public college in Ashland, OR with 2,751 undergraduates. It admits 89% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $20,998 per year ($20,999 for families earning under $30,000). 43% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $54,657 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
89%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
3,564
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,946
Fall 2023
Yield
22%
of admitted students enrolled

What Southern Oregon University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$32,229
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$13,298
Out-of-state tuition
$33,314

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$20,999
  • $30–48k$16,370
  • $48–75k$20,754
  • $75–110k$20,559
  • $110k+$27,062

Get a personal estimate with Southern Oregon University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
43%
Freshman retention
68%
Median earnings
$54,657
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,356
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,751
Student–faculty ratio
23:1
Receive Pell grants
27%
  • White53%
  • Hispanic14%
  • Black2%
  • Asian2%

Southern Oregon University FAQ

What is Southern Oregon University's acceptance rate?+

Southern Oregon University admits 89% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

Is Southern Oregon University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Southern Oregon University?+

In Fall 2023, 3,564 students applied to Southern Oregon University and 2,946 were admitted; 657 enrolled.

Does Southern Oregon University consider legacy status?+

No. Southern Oregon University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Southern Oregon University require an essay?+

Southern Oregon University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Southern Oregon University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $32,229 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,998.

What is Southern Oregon University's graduation rate?+

43% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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