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Southern Oregon University

Southern Oregon University is a medium, public institution located in Ashland, or. Founded in 1926, Southern Oregon University offers undergraduate degrees in 78 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics N/A
undergraduates 2,898 undergraduates
cost $11,691 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions Academics Annual tuition & cost Ways to pay Students Campus life FAQs

Admissions

Will I get into Southern Oregon University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 88.0%
SAT score average N/A
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.18
Application fee $50
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Southern Oregon University is known for one of its top majors: Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. Their student-faculty ratio is 23:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
23 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Education and Teaching
Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Health and Medical Professions
Law and Legal Studies
Other

Popular majors

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Psychology, General
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
Visual and Performing Arts, General
Communication and Media Studies
Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $11,691
Additional expenses
Room & board $15,819
Books & supplies $999
Other expenses $1,500
Cost of attendance* $30,009
Average financial aid package $5,118
Estimated cost $24,891 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $28,687
Additional expenses
Room & board $15,819
Books & supplies $999
Other expenses $1,500
Cost of attendance* $47,005
Average financial aid package $5,118
Estimated cost $41,887 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Southern Oregon University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,898, with gender binary students split 39% male and 61% female.

Total enrollment

5,506

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
110%
African American %
1%
Hispanic American %
5%
Asian %
5%
Native American %
3%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
NA
Multiracial %
NA
Unknown %
0%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Southern Oregon University, students love their Native American Student Union. Freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 1250 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland, OR 97520
phone 541-552-7672
address www.sou.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Native american student union

International student association

Impact (religious club)

Ho`opa`a hawaii club

Omicron delta kappa

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsNo
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Southern Oregon University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Southern Oregon University?

Southern Oregon University is located in Ashland, or.

What is the acceptance rate at Southern Oregon University? 

The acceptance rate for Southern Oregon University is 88%.

What’s the average GPA for Southern Oregon University?

The average high school GPA for Southern Oregon University students was 3.18.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Southern Oregon University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Southern Oregon University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $120,036.

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