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Southern Oregon University was originally established in 1872 as the Ashland Academy. It became the Ashland College and Normal School in 1879. However, due to lack of funds, the school closed down in 1890. In 1895, it reopened as the Southern Oregon State Normal School. In 1926, the campus was shifted to a new site, and it was eventually named Southern Oregon University in 1997. SOU is now a public liberal arts college in Ashland, Oregon, and offers enrollment to more than 5,000 students every year.
SOU offers classes in its main campus and its satellite campus in downtown Medford. The university consists of the:
SOU offers graduate and post-baccalaureate degrees in subjects like arts, communication, computer science, business studies, history, mathematics, music, theater arts and social sciences, among others. It is particularly well known for its natural sciences, environmental science, criminology, theatre arts and Shakespearean studies programs.
SOU’s athletics teams are known as the Raiders and participate in sports like football, wrestling, cross country, basketball, softball, track and field and tennis.
Students attend Southern Oregon University in Ashland, OR, a medium-sized suburb. The school is a public institution. Southern Oregon University degrees go up to the Master's degree.
The school is known for its programs in media, music, art studies, drama and performing arts, and conservation and resource management.
Southern Oregon University is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 440. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 440 and 550.
Southern Oregon University has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 4,832 students at the school (as of 2007-2008).
A lot of students at Southern Oregon University attend part-time. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Southern Oregon University values student athletics, and belongs to the Cascade Collegiate Conference and Division I Independents.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Southern Oregon University challenges individuals to grow intellectually and personally as life long learners. We are an inclusive community that fosters student success by teaching, serving, creating, and leading. We engage regional, national, and international partners in meaningful research and civic, professional and artistic contributions. (In the process of being revised.)"
More complete details are provided below.
Southern Oregon University
1250 Siskiyou Blvd
Ashland, OR 97520
General Phone: (541) 552-7672
http://www.sou.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 205 | teacher education, education, elementary school teaching, middle school teaching, teacher ed, secondary teaching, early childhood education, kindergarten/preschool teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 161 | English, history, sociology, French language, political science, international studies, social services, geography, ... |
| Business and Management | 156 | business management, finance, business and related services, human resources, accounting, MIS, electronic commerce |
| Therapy and Counseling | 106 | psychology |
| Music | 69 | music |
| Media | 67 | communication studies |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 66 | criminal justice and safety |
| Science | 38 | biology, geology, physics, chemistry, biological and physical sciences |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 31 | drama, acting |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 27 | environmental studies |
| Art Studies | 26 | art studies |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 23 | health and physical education |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 21 | computer and info science |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for Southern Oregon University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 663 | 30 |
| Master's degree | 260 | 13 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 78 | 10 |
In 2007-2008, Southern Oregon University had a total enrollment of 4,832 students (4,207 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 43% |
| Women | 57% |
| Full-Time | 94% |
| Part-Time | 6% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 81% |
| Graduate | 19% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 77% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Oregon | 70% |
| California | 13% |
| Alaska | 4% |
| Hawaii | 4% |
| Washington | 4% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 66 % |
| Part-Time | 35 % |
Southern Oregon University offers campus housing for 1,300 of its 4,207 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Ashland, 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 | 1,887 | 1,565 | 83% | 747 | 48% |
| Men | 784 | 634 | 81% | 318 | 50% |
| Women | 1,103 | 931 | 84% | 429 | 46% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 570 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 550 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 83% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,667 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,669 |
| Room and board | $ 8,418 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,350 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,750 |
Financial Aid:
Southern Oregon University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 321900)
Southern Oregon University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 75 | 50 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 11 | 11 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 30 | 32 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 45 | $69,764 | 19 | $68,490 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 34 | $54,329 | 27 | $54,326 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 16 | $46,320 | 10 | $45,352 |
| Instructor | academic year | 13 | $40,108 | 21 | $38,785 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 108 | $57,862 | 77 | $52,417 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Division I Independents |
| Basketball | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
| Track | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 55 | 43 | 98 |
| Football | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| Basketball | 9 | 10 | 19 |
| Track | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| All Other Sports | 16 | 33 | 49 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Management Information Systems, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
History, General
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southern Oregon University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care 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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