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Western Oregon University

Monmouth, Oregon · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$42,537

Acceptance Rate

99%

Graduation Rate

46%

Annual Tuition

$11,025

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Western Oregon University earn a median of $51,815 ten years after entry — 4% below the national median. Acceptance rate 98.7%, in-state tuition $11,025.

At a Glance

Total Students

3,211

Retention Rate

76%

Faculty Ratio

13

Financial Aid

74%

Median Debt

$20,609

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Western Oregon University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 98.7%. The university has a student body of 3,211. The average in-state tuition is $11,025. Approximately 73.6% of students receive financial aid.

The university's graduation rate is 46.3%, and the retention rate is 76.4%. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $38,013, increasing to $42,537 after five years and $51,815 after ten years. The median student debt is $20,609.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$38k

1 YEAR

$43k

5 YEARS

$52k

10 YEARS

Top 61% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Western Oregon University alumni earn a median of $38,013. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $42,537, and after ten years, median earnings reach $51,815. The median debt for graduates is $20,609. A significant 73.6% of students receive financial aid.

Western Oregon University has a high acceptance rate of 98.7% and a graduation rate of 46.3%. The retention rate is 76.4%. The in-state tuition cost is $11,025. The total student population is 3,211.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 285 / yr
Median Salary $50,535

Special Education and Teaching

Graduates 123 / yr
Median Salary $61,018

Education, General

Graduates 121 / yr
Median Salary $43,879

Psychology, General

Graduates 114 / yr
Median Salary $34,038

Business/Commerce, General

Graduates 111 / yr
Median Salary $42,281

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Graduates 110 / yr
Median Salary $31,893

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 98 / yr
Median Salary $40,289

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 60 / yr
Median Salary $32,249

Public Health

Graduates 52 / yr
Median Salary $35,701

American Sign Language

Graduates 50 / yr
Median Salary $31,576

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 40 / yr
Median Salary $51,703

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 36 / yr
Median Salary $37,600

Biology, General

Graduates 30 / yr
Median Salary $25,726

Social Sciences, General

Graduates 26 / yr
Median Salary $34,245

Information Science/Studies

Graduates 21 / yr
Median Salary $39,320

Design and Applied Arts

Graduates 18 / yr
Median Salary $23,583

Fine and Studio Arts

Graduates 17 / yr
Median Salary $31,917

Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions

Graduates 14 / yr
Median Salary $56,888

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Campus Location

Monmouth, Oregon

Monmouth, OR 97361-1394

Western Oregon University is located in Monmouth, Oregon. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Western Oregon University has an acceptance rate of 98.7%.