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Your chances of getting into University of Oregon

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

86.3%
Admission Difficulty for University of Oregon
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UO is 86.3%.  Its admission rate is the 12th lowest in Oregon.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UO and can you get accepted?

University of Oregon is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 32,061 out of the 37,154 who applied were admitted.

University of Oregon typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.73. 17% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into UO?

86% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Oregon you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.73 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1260 on the SAT
  • Score 27 on the ACT

UO GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.73

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into University of Oregon?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UO are to have around a 3.73 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.73 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as UO accepts 86% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UO is 3.73 on the 4.0 scale. 28% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #4 in Oregon for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UO is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Oregon students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 28.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 23.0% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 22.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 15.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 9.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 3.0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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UO SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Oregon. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 11% of students submitted SAT scores and 6% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1140-1370

Applicants Submitting SAT 

11%
SAT Scores for University of Oregon
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 580
Math 25th Percentile 560
Composite 25th Percentile 1140
SAT Scores for University of Oregon
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 690
Math 75th Percentile 680
Composite 75th Percentile 1370
Average SAT Score 1260

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Oregon?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at UO is 1260 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1140-1370. Students who get into University of Oregon score in the top 34 percent of all SAT test takers..  UO ranks #4 in the state of Oregon for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1260 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. UO regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1140 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1140, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1020, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Oregon is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1260 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1255, you have around a 86% chance of being admitted. A 1370 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 92% chance of getting in.

University of Oregon admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1370 and Above Good >92%
1255 to 1370 Avg + 86%-92%
1140 to 1255 Avg - 76%-86%
1025 to 1140 Reach 63%-76%
Less than 1025 Low <63%
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UO ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

24-30 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

6%
ACT Scores for University of Oregon
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 23
Math 25th Percentile 22
Composite 25th Percentile 24
ACT Scores for University of Oregon
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 33
Math 75th Percentile 28
Composite 75th Percentile 30
Average ACT Score 27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into UO?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UO is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 24 and 30.  The school ranks #4 in Oregon for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 24 and score in the score in the top 27 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 21.

6 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Oregon.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Oregon is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into UO for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 86% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 92% with a 30 ACT score.

University of Oregon admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
30 and Above Good >92%
27 to 30 Avg + 86%-92%
24 to 27 Avg - 76%-86%
21 to 24 Reach 63%-76%
Less than 21 Low <63%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of Oregon admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 21,840 15,280 37,154
Accepted 19,216 12,830 32,061
Acceptance Rate 88% 84% 86%
Enrolled 3,005 2,299 5,313
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 16% 18% 17%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

55

Applicants have 55 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Oregon is $75.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Oregon and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Oregon Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Oregon
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because University of Oregon is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.73 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1260 and ACT of 27 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=209551 IPEDS survey data for University of Oregon.

Last updated February 24, 2024