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University of Oregon

Eugene, OR·Public·19,758 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want a large campus community. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 19,758 students.

85%
Accept
19,758
Students
$21,782
Net Price
71%
Grad Rate
$51,300
Earnings
10 yr
$15,000
Debt

About This School

University of Oregon is a public institution located in Eugene, Oregon with approximately 19,758 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Oregon has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 85%. The average net price after financial aid is $21,782 per year. The graduation rate is 71%, and the typical graduate earns $51,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Oregon is a public research university in Eugene, Oregon, United States. Founded in 1876, the university is organized into nine colleges and schools and offers 420 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The university also operates the Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health in Portland, Oregon; the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology in Charleston, Oregon; and Pine Mountain Observatory in Central Oregon.

A solid public research university with genuine breadth — 420 degree programs, a relatively low median debt of $15,000, and an 85% freshman retention rate suggest most students who arrive feel good enough about it to stay. That said, a 71% graduation rate means roughly 3 in 10 students don't finish, which is worth asking about, and median earnings of $51,300 a decade out are respectable but not exceptional for the price. Worth considering if you're drawn to Oregon's strengths in business, journalism, or environmental sciences and are confident you have the support system to see it through.

Founded
1876
Setting
Midsize city
Conference
Big Ten Conference

Popular Programs

Social Sciences16%
Business & Marketing15%
Communications13%
Biological Sciences10%
Visual & Performing Arts8%
Psychology8%
Education2%
Physical Sciences2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Walter Houser BrattainDouglas EngelbartKen KeseyChuck PalahniukDavid Ogden StiersWilliam P. MurphyHilda HeineSam ElliottJames IvoryTy BurrellLindsay WagnerAshton Eaton

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1257
Reading 75th %ile690
Math 75th %ile670

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$15,669
Out-of-State Tuition
$43,302
Avg Net Price
$21,782
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants22%
Median debt at graduation$15,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
71%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
85%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$51,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$39,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$51,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.4x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

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

Student Body

White62%
Black3%
Hispanic/Latino16%
Asian7%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (19,758 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Oregon

110 Johnson Hall

Eugene, OR 97403

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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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