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Eastern Oregon University, also known as EOU, is a public university in La Grande, Oregon, United States. It was established in the year 1929. The institution was originally known as Eastern Oregon Normal School. EOU is part of the Oregon University System. The university offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. EOU is organized into the following academic divisions:
EOU’s official mascot is known as the Mountaineer. Students can actively participate in sports such as baseball, basketball, golf, football, and softball. The campus is home to more than 70 student clubs and organizations.
Eastern Oregon University is located in a quiet rural area, in La Grande, OR. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Eastern Oregon University top out at the Master's degree.
Students at the school often study education and teaching.
The admissions department at Eastern Oregon University does not accept all those who apply. In 2007-2008, 48% of applicants were rejected at the school. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 418 to 530 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 530 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
Eastern Oregon University offers classes to 3,433 students (2,426 full-time equivalent). Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at the school.
Eastern Oregon University has a large share of part-time students. Students sports include formal participation in Cascade Collegiate Conference and Frontier Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Eastern Oregon University
One University Blvd
La Grande, OR 97850
General Phone: (541) 962-3672
http://www.eou.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 293 | elementary school teaching, education courses, teacher ed, secondary teaching, health teaching, middle school teaching, teacher education |
| Liberal Arts | 202 | liberal arts and sciences, social studies, interdisciplinary studies, English, history, humanities |
| Business and Management | 193 | business administration, business management, business |
| Science | 34 | biology, biochemistry, physics, chemistry |
| Therapy and Counseling | 23 | psychology |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 23 | health and physical education |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 16 | fire services administration |
| Media | 13 | mass communication |
| Art Studies | 10 | art studies |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 9 | computer and info science |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 9 | drama |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Music | 5 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Eastern Oregon University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 625 | 23 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 134 | 3 |
| Master's degree | 76 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Eastern Oregon University had a total enrollment of 3,433 students (2,426 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 91% |
| Part-Time | 9% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 82% |
| Graduate | 18% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 15% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Oregon | 67% |
| Washington | 13% |
| Idaho | 8% |
| California | 3% |
| Alaska | 2% |
| Hawaii | 2% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Northern Marianas | 1% |
| Montana | 1% |
| Guam | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 64 % |
| Part-Time | 40 % |
Eastern Oregon University offers campus housing for 364 of its 2,426 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of La Grande, Oregon for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Oregon Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 725 | 378 | 52% | 338 | 89% |
| Men | 337 | 151 | 45% | 141 | 93% |
| Women | 388 | 227 | 59% | 197 | 87% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 418 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 530 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 73% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 20% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,225 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,225 |
| Room and board | $ 9,020 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,152 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,217 |
Financial Aid:
Eastern Oregon University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 319300)
Eastern Oregon University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 33 | 21 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 14 | 10 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 15 | 11 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 20 | $64,453 | 8 | $64,247 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 20 | $54,240 | 15 | $50,777 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 17 | $46,339 | 12 | $46,322 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $36,180 | 3 | $37,956 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 61 | $54,202 | 38 | $51,194 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Frontier Conference |
| Basketball | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
| Baseball | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
| Track | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 79 | 46 | 125 |
| Football | 46 | 0 | 46 |
| Track | 11 | 12 | 23 |
| Basketball | 9 | 10 | 19 |
| Baseball | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| All Other Sports | 2 | 24 | 26 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
Health Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Social Sciences, Other
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Eastern Oregon University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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