University of Oregon

7/10 Overall Rating
4 Year
Eugene, OR
5.0 4 reviews

#2 Best Public Universities in Oregon

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Overview

Total enrollment

24,404

Location Eugene, Oregon
Website uoregon.edu
Type Public 4 Year
Setting Midsize City

Best Colleges Rank

#346

Size Large
Status Non-profit
Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

The University of Oregon, established in 1876, is a public research institution situated in Eugene, Oregon, approximately 110 miles south of Portland. The 295-acre campus features a blend of contemporary and historic buildings, including several examples of Ellis Lawrence-designed architecture, set among the Pacific Northwest's characteristic evergreen landscape. As the state's flagship liberal arts university, UO maintains competitive admission standards and is recognized for its programs in journalism, architecture, environmental law, and sports business management through its Warsaw Sports Marketing Center. The campus houses the majority of first-year students in its residence halls, while the Eugene area provides extensive off-campus housing options for upperclassmen. The university's athletic program competes in the Pac-12 Conference, with its track and field program particularly notable for producing numerous Olympians and operating at the historic Hayward Field facility.

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Ratings

UO is rated within the top 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10.

Overall Rating

7 out of 10
Academics

7 out of 10
Resources

6 out of 10
Outcomes

7 out of 10
Value

4 out of 10

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Rankings

Rankings for University of Oregon within the 2027 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

Difficult

SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1130/1360
ACT (enrolled mid-50) 23/30
GPA 3.73

Acceptance Rate

88.3%

Applications Due Jan 15, 2027
Enrollment Rate 14.4%
Application Fee $65

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Annual Cost to Attend

Oregon Resident Tuition

$16,137

Out of State Resident Tuition

$44,598

Breakdown

Tuition $16,137
Books and Supplies $1,362
Other Fees $2,733
Room and Board $16,611
Budget for Other Expenses $2,982
Total One Year Cost $39,825

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$49,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

66% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at University of Oregon are Social Sciences, Business, and Communication. 22% of students major in Social Sciences, 13% in Business, and 8% in Communication.