Students attend University Of Oregon in Eugene, Oregon, a medium-sized city. The school is a public institution. University Of Oregon degrees go up to the Doctoral degree.
The school is known for its programs in media, architecture and planning, and liberal arts.
University Of Oregon is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 500. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 500 and 620. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at University Of Oregon is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 20,347 students at the school (as of 2005).
University Of Oregon offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Pacific-10 Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Oregon
110 Johnson Hall
Eugene, OR 97403
General Phone: (541) 346-3014
Admissions Phone: (541) 346-3201
Financial Aid Phone: (541) 346-3221
http://www.uoregon.edu
University Of Oregon awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 1,469 | political science, sociology, English, economics, history, anthropology, Spanish language, international studies, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 824 | educational administration, education, elementary school teaching, middle school teaching, special ed, teacher ed, early childhood special ed, music teaching, ... |
| Business And Management | 650 | business, accounting, business management, non-profit management, MIS, marketing, international business |
| Therapy And Counseling | 377 | psychology, communication disorders, community psychology, school psychology, counseling psychology |
| Media | 368 | journalism courses, advertising, public relations, digital communications, mass communication, media studies, journalism |
| Science | 333 | biology, biological and physical sciences, chemistry, physics, biochemistry, geology, physics courses, marine biology |
| Architecture And Planning | 280 | architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, interior architecture, architectural services |
| Law | 168 | law |
| Art Studies | 99 | art studies, arts management |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 97 | multimedia, film studies, photography, printmaking |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 92 | exercise science |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 83 | environmental studies, environmental science, natural resources courses |
| Family And Social Work | 79 | human services, public administration |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 73 | computer and info science, software engineering, computer engineering |
| Mathematics | 65 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Religion And Philosophy | 63 | philosophy, religion, Jewish studies |
| Music | 58 | music performance, music, music theory and composition, jazz, piano, various music studies, conducting, music history and theory |
| Fine Arts | 53 | art history and criticism, painting, fine arts, sculpture, ceramics, metal and jewelry, textile arts |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 36 | drama, dance |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 19 | speech pathology |
| Design | 1 | design and visual communication |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Oregon in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 3,570 | 75 |
| Master's degree | 968 | 72 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 455 | 21 |
| First-professional degree | 168 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 126 | 32 |
In 2005, University Of Oregon had a total enrollment of 20,347 students (18,902 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 76% |
| Graduate | 21% |
| First Professional | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 6% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 10% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 27% |
| 20-21 | 29% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Oregon | 68% |
| California | 14% |
| Washington | 3% |
| Foreign countries | 3% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| Hawaii | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Montana | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
| Part-Time | 35 % |
University Of Oregon offers campus housing for 3,200 of its 18,902 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Eugene, Oregon for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 9,623 | 8,749 | 91% | 3,183 | 36% |
| Men | 4,284 | 3,777 | 88% | 1,419 | 38% |
| Women | 5,339 | 4,972 | 93% | 1,764 | 35% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 500 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 500 | 620 |
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 | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 92% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (541) 346-3201
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,613 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,445 |
| Room and board | $ 7,173 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,376 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Oregon participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 322300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (541) 346-3221
University Of Oregon has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $42,604 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 6 | $54,892 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 157 | $84,166 | 47 | $82,313 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 116 | $59,702 | 82 | $57,929 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 111 | $56,675 | 73 | $50,823 |
| Instructor | academic year | 46 | $40,564 | 55 | $36,806 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 3 | $53,475 | 5 | $40,153 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 433 | $65,720 | 262 | $55,550 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Pacific-10 Conference |
| Basketball | Pacific-10 Conference |
| Track | Pacific-10 Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 156 | 109 | 265 |
| Football | 76 | 0 | 76 |
| Track | 31 | 22 | 53 |
| Basketball | 13 | 15 | 28 |
| All Other Sports | 36 | 72 | 108 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
Architecture and Related Services, Other
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
Interior Architecture
Landscape Architecture (BS, BSLA, BLA, MSLA, MLA, PhD)
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Arts Management
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Software Engineering
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Natural Resources and Conservation, Other
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Education/Teaching Individuals - Early Childhood Spec Ed Pgms
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
Public Administration
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
Fiber, Textile and Weaving Arts
Fine/Studio Arts, General
Metal and Jewelry Arts
Painting
Sculpture
LIBERAL ARTS
American Literature (United States)
Anthropology
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies, Other
Asian Studies/Civilization
Chinese Language and Literature
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Comparative Literature
Creative Writing
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
European Studies/Civilization
French Language and Literature
Geography
German Language and Literature
Historic Preservation and Conservation
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International/Global Studies
Italian Language and Literature
Japanese Language and Literature
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Linguistic/Comparative/Related Language Studies & Services, Other
Linguistics
Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Museology/Museum Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
Russian Studies
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Advertising
Communication and Media Studies, Other
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Journalism
Journalism, Other
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Public Relations/Image Management
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
MUSIC
Conducting
Jazz/Jazz Studies
Music History, Literature, and Theory
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General
Music, Other
Piano and Organ
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Film/Cinema Studies
Intermedia/Multimedia
Photography
Printmaking
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Physics, General
Physics, Other
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Communication Disorders, General
Community Psychology
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Oregon Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in architecture and planning (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has ROTC (army)
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member
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