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University of Oregon

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Quarter
Student body size Large
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 5,523
Student to faculty ratio 20 to 1
Acceptance rate 93%
Students retention rate 87%
On-time graduation rate 74%

Located in Eugene, Oregon, U of O is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. U of O operates on a quarter-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into four terms.

The acceptance rate of 93% indicates that U of O is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of Oregon is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

U of O boasts an impressive student retention rate of 87% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 74% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

93.4%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$14,421

Cost of attendance at University of Oregon in 2022 for students from Oregon.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Oregon's average $11,345
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$40,464

Cost of attendance at University of Oregon in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Oregon's average $30,794
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 63 of freshman students at University of Oregon received on average $13,590 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$13,590
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 939 24% $4,901 $4,602,434
Other Federal Grant 1,571 41% $5,184 $8,144,832
State Grant/Scholarships 526 14% $3,558 $1,871,600
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 2,298 60% $10,000 $22,980,433
Total Grant & Scholarships 2,428 63% $13,590 $32,996,865

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Oregon students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of Oregon students is 74.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 75.2%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 73.1%.

74.4%

  • asian 80.8% 190 students
  • African American 58.7% 44 students
  • white 75.1% 1,874 students
  • unknown 76.1% 35 students
  • hawaiian 47.4% 9 students
  • hispanic 69.4% 351 students
  • International Students 78.5% 295 students
  • Mixed Race 71.6% 199 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Pacific-12 Conference
  • Baseball Pacific-12 Conference
  • Basketball Pacific-12 Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Pacific-12 Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of Oregon provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Oregon offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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