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| Location | Newberg, Oregon |
| Online | georgefox.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Town Fringe |
| Religious Affiliation | Friends |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
George Fox University is a private Christian institution situated in Newberg, Oregon, approximately 25 miles southwest of Portland in the Willamette Valley. Founded in 1891 by Quaker pioneers as Pacific Academy, the university operates from a main campus characterized by red-brick buildings and modern academic facilities spread across 108 acres. The university maintains a comprehensive academic program with notable strengths in engineering, nursing, business, and counseling psychology, while adhering to its Christian foundation through required faith-based coursework. Traditional undergraduate students are required to live on campus for three years, with housing options including traditional residence halls, apartments, and campus houses. George Fox competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Bruins, participating in the Northwest Conference.
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George Fox University is rated within the top 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for George Fox University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#411 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#293 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in Oregon
#6 in Best Private Colleges in Oregon
#463 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Oregon
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1020/1290 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.7 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $680 |
| Room and Board | $13,050 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,800 |
| Total One Year Cost | $56,390 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 29% |
| General Studies | 12% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
| Health Professions | 7% |
| Education | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=208822 IPEDS survey data for George Fox University.
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Last updated February 24, 2024