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George Fox University

Newberg, OR·Private nonprofit·2,505 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 2,505 students.

96%
Accept
2,505
Students
$29,981
Net Price
69%
Grad Rate
$51,000
Earnings
10 yr
$19,500
Debt

About This School

George Fox University is a private nonprofit institution located in Newberg, Oregon with approximately 2,505 undergraduate students enrolled. George Fox University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 96%. The average net price after financial aid is $29,981 per year. The graduation rate is 69%, and the typical graduate earns $51,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

George Fox University is a private Christian university in Newberg, Oregon, United States. Founded as a school for Quakers in 1891, it is now the largest private university in Oregon with more than 4,000 students combined between its main campus in Newberg, its centers in Portland and Redmond, and online. The 108-acre (44 ha) main campus is near downtown Newberg, near the junction of Oregon Route 99W and Oregon Route 219. George Fox competes athletically at the NCAA Division III level in the Northwest Conference as the Bruins. The school colors are navy blue and old gold. The university is associated with the Evangelical Friends Church International and is a member of the Wesleyan Holiness Connection.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 96% acceptance rate means admission is rarely a barrier, but the 69% graduation rate suggests a meaningful share of students don't finish — worth asking the school about directly. On the financial side, things look reasonably balanced, with median debt of $19,500 at graduation against median earnings of $51,000 a decade out, though the $29,981 annual net price is still a real commitment. Worth considering if you're drawn to a tight-knit Christian community in the Pacific Northwest and want a smaller school feel, but push to understand what support systems exist to help you actually get to graduation day.

Founded
1885
Setting
Fringe town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing16%
Health Professions12%
Education11%
Biological Sciences7%
Visual & Performing Arts7%
Engineering7%
Computer Science4%
Psychology4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Herbert HooverMark Hatfield

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1170
Reading 75th %ile670
Math 75th %ile660

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite23

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$40,940
Out-of-State Tuition
$40,940
Avg Net Price
$29,981
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants27%
Median debt at graduation$19,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
69%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
77%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$51,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$42,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$51,000
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.6x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White66%
Black2%
Hispanic/Latino16%
Asian5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,505 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

George Fox University

414 N Meridian St

Newberg, OR 97132

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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