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University of Oregon

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world rank  88

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Overview

Established in 1876, the University of Oregon is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Eugene (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Oregon. This institution also has a branch campus in Portland. Officially accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, University of Oregon (UO) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. University of Oregon (UO) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 149-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UO also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Oregon's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Oregon's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Oregon' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

University of Oregon's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UO
Founded 1876
Motto
Colours
Mascot
Video Presentation

University Location

Address 1585 East 13th Avenue
Eugene
97403 Oregon
United States
University of Oregon's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Oregon Phone Number (541) 346 1000
University of Oregon Fax Number (541) 346 5815
Other locations Portland

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Oregon is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Oregon's academic range and degree level offering.



University of Oregon: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Oregon's areas of study and degree levels currently offered. The above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Oregon categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Oregon.



University of Oregon: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro)
International
students		 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on University of Oregon's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

University of Oregon's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


University of Oregon's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 90-99% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of Oregon's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


University of Oregon's Admission Office Admission Office

1217 University of Oregon
Eugene 97403-1217
(541) 346 3201
800 232 3825

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Oregon's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

University of Oregon's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Oregon's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


University of Oregon's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


University of Oregon's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Oregon's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


University of Oregon's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.


University of Oregon's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Oregon is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


University of Oregon's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Oregon's Library
University of Oregon's library has 7 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 1,712,818 physical volumes, 148,278 physical media, 198,959 digital/electronic media and 633 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 141 full-time employees, including 46 librarians. University of Oregon's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


University of Oregon's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the University of Oregon provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 5,523 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


University of Oregon's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Oregon's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


University of Oregon's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Oregon's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Oregon's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

University of Oregon's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Oregon's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Oregon's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Oregon's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Oregon is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1918


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Oregon's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications
  • American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business
  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • American Chemical Society
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education
  • Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
  • Council for Interior Design Accreditation
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • American Society of Landscape Architects, Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board
  • National Association of School Psychologists
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation
  • Planning Accreditation Board
  • Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Oregon as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Oregon's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form to submit a list of University of Oregon's official first-level academic divisions. If you are an official representative you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE UNIVERSITY).



Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of University of Oregon's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Oregon's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

University of Oregon's X page review

YouTube YouTube

University of Oregon's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

University of Oregon's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Oregon's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

University of Oregon's Wikipedia article

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