Western Oregon University
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 public school with 3,211 students.
About This School
Western Oregon University is a public institution located in Monmouth, Oregon with approximately 3,211 undergraduate students enrolled. Western Oregon University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 99%. The average net price after financial aid is $18,290 per year. The graduation rate is 45%, and the typical graduate earns $43,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
Western Oregon University (WOU) is a public university in Monmouth, Oregon, United States. It was originally established in 1856 by Disciples of Christ pioneers as Monmouth University. Subsequent names included Oregon State Normal School, Oregon College of Education, and Western Oregon State College. Western Oregon University incorporates both the College of Education and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Enrollment is approximately 3,850 students.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 99% acceptance rate and a relatively modest $15,000 median debt at graduation make this an accessible, low-risk option financially, but the 45% graduation rate is a real concern — fewer than half of students who start here finish, which is worth taking seriously. Worth considering if you need an affordable regional university in Oregon and have a clear plan to stay on track, but students who need strong academic momentum or support structures should ask hard questions before committing.
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Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,211 undergraduates).
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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.
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- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
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