About us
WOU for Western Oregon University is a state-funded university that was founded in 1856 in Monmouth, Oregon, United States. They include; Undergraduate and postgraduate programs offered through the College of Education and College of Liberal Arts and Science. WOU is an accredited institution by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) meant to warrant academic standards.
Furthermore, It also provides different kinds of scholarships as well as financial and credit arrangements for students.
It has an area of 157 acres, located in a suburban environment, so it offers students all the necessary amenities and a diverse student population for approximately 3,320 undergraduates.
Key Information at a Glance:
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Details
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Established
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1856
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Location
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Monmouth, Oregon, USA
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Accreditation
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Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
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U.S. News Ranking
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#58 in Regional Universities West, #30 in Top Public Schools
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Student-to-Faculty Ratio
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13:1
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Undergraduate Enrollment
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Approximately 3,320 students
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In-State Tuition & Fees
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$9,000 per year
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Campus Size
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157 Acres
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Freshman Retention Rate
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65%
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