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Known for business
University of Oregon is a public institution in Eugene with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1257, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 19.8K undergraduates with a 20:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
71% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $61,324 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,782.
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SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1257
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
69.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$15,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
152
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (193)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
85%
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Establishment Prior to the establishment of the university in 1872, most of Oregon's colleges were 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.
- •Early years University and Villard Halls, the first two buildings on campus The university opened in 1876 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.
Source: Wikipedia
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Estimated from OR state average + city premium
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