University of Oregon (About, Fees, Admission)

About

The University of Oregon is one of only two schools in the Pacific Northwest selected for membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities, a consortium of more than 70 leading public and private research institutions in the United States and Canada

Acronym	UO
Nickname	Duck
Motto / Slogan	Mens agitat molem (Latin)
Colour	Green and Yellow
Mascot	The Oregon Duck
Founded	1876
Undergraduate Programmes
Postgraduate Programmes	120
Location	Eugene, Oregon, United States
Address	University of Oregon 1585 E 13th Ave. Eugene, OR 97403

Mission

The University of Oregon is a comprehensive public research university committed to exceptional teaching, discovery, and service. We work at a human scale to generate big ideas. As a community of scholars, we help individuals question critically, think logically, reason effectively, communicate clearly, act creatively, and live ethically.

Vision

We aspire to be a preeminent and innovative public research university encompassing the humanities and arts, the natural and social sciences, and the professions. We seek to enrich the human condition through collaboration, teaching, mentoring, scholarship, experiential learning, creative inquiry, scientific discovery, outreach, and public service.

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

College of Arts and Sciences
Charles H. Lundquist College of Business
College of Design
College of Education
School of Journalism and Communication
School of Law
Graduate School

Reasons to Study at University of Oregon

Highly Ranked Graduate Programs

Offering more than 150 graduate degree and certificate programs, the UO ranks in the top 25 nationally in such varied fields as education, special education, landscape architecture, sports business, sustainable business practices, and creative writing. Oregon also ranks in the top 25 percent in business, biological sciences, clinical psychology, earth sciences, fine arts, psychology, and speech-language pathology.
Globally Engaged

Bringing together nearly 100 faculty members with wide-ranging expertise, the School of Global Studies and Languages is home to interdisciplinary scholarship, multilingual perspectives, and cross-cultural dialogues. We excel at language education, ranking in the top ten among North American universities for degrees conferred in five different languages.
Accountability

The University of Oregon is a comprehensive public research university committed to exceptional teaching, discovery, and service. We strive for excellence in teaching, research, artistic expression, and the generation, dissemination, preservation, and application of knowledge. We are devoted to educating the whole person, and to fostering the next generation of transformational leaders and informed participants in the global community.

Fees

Undergraduate Tuition

Indigenous Students USD 13,906 - USD 16,755

International Students USD 43,228 - USD 46,077

Other Fees

A nonrefundable $75 (USD) application fee.

POSTGRADUATE:

Application fee of $70 for domestic applicants
Application fee of $90 for international applicants

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

Admission requirements vary by program. Check the program page for requirements.

International Students:

Provide official exam results from the TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, SAT, or ACT to prove your English proficiency.
Send official transcripts from all high schools and universities attended, as well as a bank statement, certificate of deposit, or scholarship letter equal to the cost of one academic year.
Letters of recommendation and personal statement: Provide personal statement and letters of recommendation if your high school performance was affected by special circumstances. Include two letters of recommendation from teachers or others who can comment on your academic performance. Please use the “Special Circumstances” section of the application to summarize special circumstances.

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

Individual program requirements will vary, but most programs will require that you:

Enter your academic history
Upload unofficial transcripts* from all post-secondary institutions attended
Upload your resume or CV
Upload a statement of purpose
Submit GMAT/GRE scores (varies by program)
Provide names and contact information for references.

International Students:

Enter your academic history
Upload unofficial transcripts* from all post-secondary institutions attended
Indicate how you will meet the English language proficiency requirement**
Upload your resume or CV
Upload a statement of purpose
Submit GMAT/GRE scores (varies by program)
Provide names and contact information for references

Supporting Documents

Official test scores
Proof of English Proficiency (Non-native English speakers only)
Additional program-specific materials or requirements (i.e. interviews, follow-up items)

How To Apply For Admission

Apply to the University of Oregon using our online application or the Common Application.

POSTGRADUATE:

Apply Online

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected],[email protected]
Phone : +1 541-346-5129

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Graduating Students
Accommodation
Sports

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Facilities

✓Classrooms
✓Library
✓Laboratory
✓Research Center
✓Accommodation
✓Hospital
✓Sports
✓Gym
✓ICT
✓Cafeteria

Library: UO Libraries provides students and faculty members with a variety of rooms and spaces for collaboration, research, study, and instruction. UO Libraries offers an extensive range of materials, including printed books, academic journals, digital databases, multimedia resources, and archival materials. Whether you're conducting research, exploring historical archives, or seeking multimedia resources for creative projects, UO Libraries provides the tools and materials to support your academic endeavors across various disciplines and interests.

School Contact

Address

University of Oregon 1585 E 13th Ave. Eugene, OR 97403

Phone Number

+1 541-346-1000

Website Address

https://www.uoregon.edu/

Social Media Pages

Accreditations

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) for the College of Business
American Bar Association (ABA) for the School of Law
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for the College of Education

Vice Chancellor

Karl Scholz

John Karl Scholz is the 19th president of the University of Oregon. He began his tenure on July 1, 2023, after the UO Board of Trustees unanimously selected him as president on March 13, 2023. Scholz is a noted economist, professor, and higher education leader who served as an advisor in two federal administrations.

Prior to joining the UO, Scholz was the provost at the University of Wiscons... read more

in-Madison, a position he’d held since August of 2019. While at UW-Madison he also served as the dean of the College of Letters and Science from 2013 to 2019. He joined the university’s department of economics in 1988 and was later named the Nellie June Gray Professor of Economic Policy. He directed the Institute for Research on Poverty at UW–Madison from 2000-2004.

Academic Staff

Christopher P. Long
Provost Christopher P. Long is the provost and senior vice president at the University of Oregon. Recognized for values-enacted leadership, Provost Long is committed to the transformative power of liberal art... read more
s research and teaching by enriching graduate and undergraduate education, recruiting and retaining world-class faculty, and creating new opportunities for leading-edge research.
Angela Lauer Chong
Vice President for Student Life Angela Lauer Chong is the Vice President for Student Life. She joined the University of Oregon in August 2024 and is responsible for leading the Division of Student Life, an organizational unit broadl... read more
y responsible for the engagement and support of students at every juncture of their UO experience, from first enrollment through graduation, including career readiness. She joins the University of Oregon with 26 years of experience at institutions ranging from a mid-size, private to large, state research institutions. Most recently, Angela served as the associate vice president for student affairs and dean of students at Florida State University where she led the health, wellness, and student support portfolio of the Division of Student affairs. Angela earned a Bachelor of Science degree in communications from Southeast Missouri State University, a Master of Science in higher education and student affairs from Indiana University, followed by a juris doctor from Stetson University College of Law.
Angela brings a wealth of higher education experience to her work including student success; diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; violence prevention; student development; legal acumen; policy development; crisis management; revenue generation; health and wellness administration; and institutional governance.
Geraldine (Geri) Richmond
Vice President for Research and Innovation Geraldine (Geri) Richmond is the Interim Vice President for Research and Innovation (VPRI) at the University of Oregon. She directs and oversees the university’s entire research enterprise. She is c... read more
ommitted to enhancing research excellence and strengthening the role of research, scholarship, and creative activity across the university. She works alongside the President and Senior Vice President and Provost to strengthen existing research programs and develop new partnerships and collaborations that make the UO a key contributor to the cultural, scientific, and economic development of the state, nation, and the world.
Kevin Reed
Vice President and General Counsel As vice president and general counsel, Kevin Reed provides legal guidance and advice to all the university units, and every school and college. He is responsible for managing the university’s legal ... read more
matters including academic freedom, intellectual property, equal protection in admissions, athletics compliance, research compliance, criminal law, and other litigation. Reed previously served as vice chancellor, legal affairs and associate general counsel at UCLA; general counsel for the Los Angeles Unified School District; and as a litigator with the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund. He earned his law degree from Harvard Law School in 1989 and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia in 1986.

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Notable Alumni

Kaitlin Olson Actress and Comedian
Ty Burrell Actor
Sabrina Ionescu Basketball Player
Ryan Zinke Politician

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History

Prior to the establishment of the university in 1872, most of Oregon's colleges were denominational. While the Oregon State Legislature drafted a bill in 1872 to form the university, a citizens group from Eugene, the Union University Association (UUA), formed and began campaigning to make the university non-denominational. During a legislative meeting in September 1872, the UUA would succeed in amending the bill to include a non-denominational clause. The bill eventually was passed by the state legislature in 1872, establishing the institution as Oregon State University. The residents of Eugene raised $27,500 to buy eighteen acres of land at a cost of $2,500.

The university opened in 1... read more

876 under the name of "Oregon State University" and University Hall as its sole building. The first year of enrollment contained 155 students taught by five faculty members. The first graduating class was in 1878, graduating five students. In 1881, the university was nearly closed; it was $8,000 in debt before Henry Villard donated $7,000 to help pay it. In 1913 and 1932, there were proposals to merge the university with what is now Oregon State University. Both proposals were defeated.

During Prince Lucien Campbell's tenure as president from 1902 to 1925, the university experienced tremendous growth. The budget, enrollment, facilities, and faculty members all grew several times its amount prior to his presidency. Numerous schools were also established during his tenure, including the School of Music in 1902, the School of Education in 1910, the School of Architecture, the College of Business in 1914, the School of Law in 1915, the School of Journalism in 1916, and the School of Health and Physical Education in 1920. However, the University of Oregon lost its School of Engineering to Oregon Agricultural College, now known as Oregon State University.

University of Oregon (UO)