Western Oregon University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Western Oregon University is a public research university in Monmouth, Oregon, serving roughly 3,103 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 98.10% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $51,815 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $11,879
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,237 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 98.10% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,103 85.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 47.12%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 41.9%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 6.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 74.1%
- Average SAT Score: 1057
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 6,585
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,898
- Room & Board: $12,528 annual estimate
Western Oregon University: what the data shows
Common questions about Western Oregon University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Western Oregon University?
Western Oregon University is located in Monmouth, OR (ZIP 97361-1394).
NCES locale classification: Town fringe.
Is Western Oregon University public or private?
Western Oregon University is a Public institution.
How much does Western Oregon University cost?
Published tuition: $11,879 in-state, $32,534 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $17,237.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $15,575 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,585 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,151 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,974 |
| $110,001+ | $20,243 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $47,516.
How hard is it to get into Western Oregon University?
Admission rate: 98.10%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1057.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Western Oregon University?
Total enrollment: 3,103 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 6,585 students.
Graduate enrollment: 555 students.
About 86% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Western Oregon University?
150%-time completion rate: 47.12%.
First-year retention: 72.7%.
What do graduates of Western Oregon University earn?
Median earnings: $42,537 six years after entry; $51,815 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,609.
41.13% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Western Oregon University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Education, General (140 completions)
- Psychology, General (121 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (86 completions)
- Corrections Administration (70 completions)
- Organizational Leadership (68 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (61 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (52 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (44 completions)
- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation (43 completions)
- Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor (32 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Western Oregon University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 98.10%; completion rate 47.12%; median earnings $51,815 at 10 years; net price $17,237. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$11,879
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Western Oregon University was $11,879.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,237
2024 Value
In 2024 Western Oregon University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,237.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$68,948 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,237 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$47,516 4-Year In-State Tuition
$130,136 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,528 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,125 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$25,532 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$102,128 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Western Oregon University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
41.13% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
73.80% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Western Oregon University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Western Oregon University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $8,634 | $21,759 | $16,690 |
| 2014 | $9,105 | $22,200 | $16,759 |
| 2015 | $9,369 | $22,728 | $16,371 |
| 2016 | $9,285 | $23,445 | $16,411 |
| 2017 | $9,198 | $25,653 | $16,875 |
| 2018 | $10,197 | $26,421 | $16,308 |
| 2019 | $9,768 | $27,678 | $19,315 |
| 2020 | $10,194 | $29,004 | $15,214 |
| 2021 | $10,269 | $29,709 | $15,027 |
| 2022 | $10,602 | $30,582 | $19,577 |
| 2023 | $11,025 | $30,735 | $18,290 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
98.10% Acceptance Rate
2,898 Total Applicants
2,860 Students Admitted
649 First-Time Students Enrolled
22.69% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1057
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Western Oregon University reported total enrollment of about 3,103 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 36% male and 64% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (55.5%), Hispanic or Latino (27.2%), and Two or More Races (6.9%). About 41.13% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 41.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
85.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Western Oregon University in 2024 is 3,103 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 6,585 students. Graduate enrollment is about 555 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
72.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 55.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
29.07% 100% Completion Time
47.12% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 29.07% of students graduating from Western Oregon University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Education, General: 20% male / 80% female
- Psychology, General: 29% male / 71% female
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 27% male / 73% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Western Oregon University.
Return on Investment
$20,609 Median Student Debt
$51,815 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
39.77% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
651.51% Return on Investment
4.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Western Oregon University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 53 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Education, General: 140 completions
2. Psychology, General: 121 completions
3. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 86 completions
4. Corrections Administration: 70 completions
5. Organizational Leadership: 68 completions
6. Business/Commerce, General: 61 completions
7. Special Education and Teaching, General: 52 completions
8. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 44 completions
9. Sign Language Interpretation and Translation: 43 completions
Most popular programs at Western Oregon University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Western Oregon University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Western Oregon University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 74.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,388
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $9,229
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Western Oregon University is a public institution located in Monmouth, OR, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Education, General, Psychology, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. Enrollment is approximately 3,103 students. Student body composition includes White (55.5%), Hispanic or Latino (27.2%), Two or More Races (6.9%). The admission rate is 98.10%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1057. The 150%-time completion rate is 47.12%. Approximately 41.13% of students receive Pell Grants. About 41.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Monmouth, OR 97361-1394
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 53 distinct degree programs, Western Oregon University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Western Oregon University located?
Western Oregon University is located in Monmouth, OR.
What is Western Oregon University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Western Oregon University is 98.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,898 applicants and 2,860 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Western Oregon University cost?
Reported tuition is $11,879 and average net price is $17,237 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,528 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Western Oregon University?
Western Oregon University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 6,585 students, White (55.5%), Hispanic or Latino (27.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Western Oregon University?
About 41.9% of students at Western Oregon University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Western Oregon University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Western Oregon University reports midpoint SAT about 1057.
What do graduates of Western Oregon University earn?
Median earnings are $42,537 six years after entry and $51,815 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Western Oregon University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 47.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Western Oregon University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,609.
Is Western Oregon University public or private?
Western Oregon University is a public institution located in Monmouth, OR.
Is Western Oregon University an HBCU?
No. Western Oregon University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Western Oregon University a tribal college?
No. Western Oregon University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Oregon college costs
- Oregon colleges by ROI
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Oregon
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.