Founded in 1926, Southern Oregon University is a public liberal arts college located in Ashland, Oregon. The following is a detailed introduction:

Academic Strength

Professional Courses: Students can study more than 30 majors and about 100 academic programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Business, and the School of Education. There are also special programs such as Shakespeare Studies. By exploring his works, students can obtain a related minor degree.

Teaching Features: Focus on the combination of theory and practice. Through internships, mentor guidance, field trips, etc., students can apply knowledge to practice and lay the foundation for future career development.

Ranking: Ranked 69th among Western Regional Universities in the 2024 U.S. News & World Report, its public schools ranked 36th, and ranked 95th among the best social mobility performers.

Student Situation

Student Size: 4,273 undergraduates and 912 graduate students in the fall of 2022, a total of 5,185.

Student Composition: Students come from many regions, including 14 states in the western United States. Students can apply for the Western Undergraduate Exchange Program to enjoy preferential tuition fees, and international students also account for a certain proportion.

Student Activities: There are 47 There are more than 10 campus organizations and intramural sports activities. Students can also join the school team to participate in the National Intercollegiate Athletic Association. Famous alumni include Ty Burrell, who starred in "Modern Family".

Campus Life

Campus Environment: The campus covers an area of ​​175 acres, surrounded by rich natural landscapes, close to Ashland Mountain, Rogue River and Crater Lake National Park.

Campus Facilities: There are a variety of campus housing options, such as co-ed dormitories, married student apartments, etc., as well as new student recreation centers and Lithia Automotive Hall and other facilities, and have obtained multiple environmental certifications.

Cultural Life: Campus culture emphasizes diversity and inclusiveness. Students can participate in outdoor adventures, community gardens, film screenings and other activities. The school has also won multiple awards for sustainable development practices.

Tuition and Aid

Tuition: In the 2021-2022 academic year, the tuition for Oregon residents is $9,045 per year, and the tuition for out-of-state students is $26,865. With an additional fee of $2,097, the effective tuition for in-state students is $11,142 and the tuition for out-of-state students is $28,962.

Aid: 79% of students are in In the 2019-2020 academic year, the average grant was $5,441, and 36% of students received Pell Grants, with an average amount of $4,477.