Western Oregon University is a public 4-year college in Monmouth, Oregon with 3,103 undergraduates. It admits 98% of applicants, costs an average of $17,140 a year after grants and graduates 45% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Western Oregon University acceptance rate and admissions
Western Oregon University admitted 98% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Western Oregon University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Western Oregon University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Western Oregon University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $12,087 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $32,787 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,465 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $28,208 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $17,140 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $17,140 a year after grants and scholarships, $11,068 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Western Oregon University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Western Oregon University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 45% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $56,475 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 34% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Western Oregon University majors and what graduates earn
Western Oregon University awarded bachelor's degrees in 41 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($90,324).
All 41 majors at Western Oregon University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Western Oregon University
12 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 12 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special education | Master's | 52 | $63,244 | $38,197 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 34 | $57,900 | $37,261 |
| Business administration | Master's | 19 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 15 | $60,308 | $43,610 |
| American Sign Language | Master's | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminology | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Teaching English as a second language | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Music | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 3,103 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 64% women, 36% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: town near a city
- Accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Western Oregon University?
Western Oregon University admitted 98% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Western Oregon University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $12,087 for in-state students and $32,787 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $17,140 a year in 2024-25.
Is Western Oregon University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Western Oregon University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Western Oregon University?
45% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Western Oregon University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $56,475 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.