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About University of Oregon

public research universityhigh acceptance ratesocial sciences focustest optional admissions

University of Oregon is a public research university in Eugene, OR, known for its public research university, high acceptance rate, and social sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 86%, UO is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 5,313 students each year. UO is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1050–1320, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UO offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,079 per year; the sticker price of $56,171 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Oregon acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

86%
Overall Accept Rate
3.75
Typical Admitted GPA
1185
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.25 – 4.00 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1050 – 1320 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Oregon

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Essay Strategy
Oregon rates essays as moderately important, so use your personal statement to connect your specific academic interests to programs at Oregon such as the Clark Honors College, the School of Journalism and Communication, or the Environmental Studies program. Admissions readers want to see that you have a real reason for choosing Eugene, not just a general appreciation for the Pacific Northwest.
Test Score Strategy
Oregon is test optional and your score falls below the 75th percentile, so consider withholding it and letting your GPA, coursework rigor, and essay carry your application instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Oregon actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$56k/yr$15.9k
30k-48k~$56k/yr$15.8k
48k-75k~$56k/yr$18.4k
75k-110k~$56k/yr$24.7k
110k+~$56k/yr$31.0k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

72%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$46k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
17,879
Undergrad Enrollment
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