ASTORIA
SEASIDE
Clatsop State Forest
ST HELENS
TILLAMOOK
LINCOLN CITY
NEWPORT
FLORENCE
REEDSPORT
MCMINNVILLE
MONMOUTH
ALBANY
CORVALLIS
Siuslaw National Forest
NORTH BEND
COOS BAY
EUGENE
SPRINGFIELD
ROSEBURG
Rogue RiverSiskiyou National Forest
GRANTS PASS
MEDFORD
BROOKINGS
THE DALLES
Mt. Hood National Forest
SALEM BEND
Willamette National Forest
Warm Springs Reservation
SUNRIVER
CHRISTMAS VALLEY
CONDON
HERMISTON
PENDLETON
LA GRANDE
Umatilla National Forest
JOHN DAY
CANYON CITY
Malheur National Forest Umpqua National Forest
Crater Lake National Park
ASHLAND
Fremont National Forest
KLAMATH FALLS
BURNS
PRINCETON
Steens Mountain Wilderness
LAKEVIEW
BAKER
ONTARIO
JORDAN VALLEY
n Standard diploma from an accredited high school
n 2.75 unweighted cumulative GPA
n Completion of the following with C- or Pass grade:
• Language Arts: 4 years
• Math: 3 years (includes first-year algebra and two additional years of college preparatory mathematics)
• Science: 3 years
• Social Science: 3 years
• 2nd Language: 2 years
n Be in good academic, financial and disciplinary standing at all prior institutions attended.
n 2.25 cumulative GPA
n 36 quarter credits or 24 semester credits (transferable)
Oregon transfer applicants with a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA are eligible for admission, if they obtain a:
n Oregon Transfer Module (OTM)
n Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree (AAOT)
n Associate of Science Oregon Transfer degree (ASOT)
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costs for undergraduate students are based on 2023-24 costs for fall, winter, and spring terms.
To be eligible for grants, loans and work study complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Undocumented or DACA students should fill out the Oregon Student Aid Application (ORSAA).
Applications open Oct. 1 and have a priority deadline of Feb. 1. Solicitudes abren el 1 de octubre y tienen como fecha límite de prioridad el 1 de febrero.
Students receiving financial aid: 78%
Admissions priority deadline: Feb. 1, 2024
Scholarships/Becas
WOU rewards your achievement with scholarships worth up to $6,000 per year. Scholarships are due March 1, 2024 . Las becas vencen el 1 de marzo de cada año.
Merit awards are automatically granted to graduating high school seniors with an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher. (Award is renewable)
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Transfer students from a community college or fouryear university can receive this scholarship upon their admission to WOU. Award amounts: $2,500 (GPA 3.5+) and $1,000 (GPA 3–3.49)
Students may also qualify for free tuition and fees, with our TF2 program. TF2 is the last dollar award offered as a final option for students needing additional aid.
This tuition program ensures that undergraduate students who are enrolled members of any one of the U.S. Federally Recognized Tribes will pay the equivalent of WOU resident tuition regardless of their state or country of residence
Note: Students from the U.S. Territories (see list on next page) receive the same tuition benefit.
Students are eligible to save more than $15,000 in tuition per year! ¡Los estudiantes son elegibles para ahorrar más de $15,000 en matrícula por año!
The WUE rate can be combined with scholarships and other forms of financial aid. La tarifa WUE se puede combinar con becas y otras formas de ayuda financiera.
U.S. PACIFIC TERRITORIES & FREELY ASSOCIATED STATES
• Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands
• Guam
• Republic of the Marshall Islands
• Federated States of Micronesia
• Republic of Palau
The TEXAS TUITION program offers the same tuition rates as the WUE. El programa TEXAS TUITION ofrece las mismas tarifas de matrícula que WUE.
WOU offers many student services, programs, and support to ensure you reach your goals.
Center for Professional Pathways is committed to connecting students with transformative experiences, education, and counseling/coaching engagements which will advance student’s career development and benefit society.
• Alternative Break: Travel across the state, nation and world to help build stronger communities through service during spring break.
• Study abroad: Study in many countries across the globe for a term or a whole academic year.
• Volunteering: Students give back and get involved in our local community – MLK Week, Earth Day, Community Impact Day, and more!
The Honors Program is for students seeking more advanced academic challenges. Students must apply for membership.
Multicultural Student Services & Programs provides services for students such as: mentoring, academic advising, advocacy, cultural/social activities and events, referrals to university and community resources, and student recognition and graduation celebrations.
Residence Hall Association: Campus residents earn valuable leadership skills when they serve as Resident Assistants.
Student Enrichment Program (SEP): A large percentage of WOU students are part of the SEP, which provides services and a supportive environment to equip first-generation, low-income and students with disabilities with skills to be successful in college.
Student leadership: Build your leadership skills during a term or a single day, or participate in multiple programs hosted through Student Engagement.
Teacher Prep Student Support Services
(TPSSS) is a federally-funded TRIO grant program that provides support to future teachers.
Tutoring centers: Get help at any of these valuable campus resources: Math Center, Science Center, Writing Center - or go to the Student Success and Advising Center for more options. Veteran’s Resource Center provides an environment that promotes retention and graduation of student veterans in post-secondary education through the coordination of services fostering academic, personal, and professional development.
cross country course
the grove
softball field
soccer field baseball field
turf field
todd hall
werner university center
butler hall
gentle hall
alderview townhouses
Western is located in Monmouth – about an hour from the ocean, mountain ranges, big city life and other fun destinations in Oregon. We’re also only minutes away from the city of Independence and the Willamette River.
wolfstore
maaske hall
student health & counseling center
landers hall
winters building (math/nursing)
arbor park apartments
valsetz dining hall
heritage hall
public safety
welcome center
richard woodcock education center
hamersly library
Majors indicated in bold
Accounting
Aerospace Studies (Air Force ROTC)
American Sign Language Studies
Aquarium Science
Art & Design
Art History
Audio Production
Biology
Business
Chemistry
Communication Studies
Computer Science
Computer Science & Math
Criminal Justice
Cybercrime Investigation & Enforcement
Dance
Early Childhood Studies (non-licensure)
Early Childhood (noneducation majors)
Earth & Environmental Science
Economics
Economics & Mathematics
Education (teacher licensure, multiple concentrations)
Education Studies (non-licensure)
Educational Psychology
English to Speakers of Other Languages & Bilingual Education
*The new Ethnic Studies major will prepare students to work in a world where cross cultural skills are a necessity. It will combine classroom knowledge and internships with a focus on critical thinking, culture, history, and current societal issues. The program will prepare you to be a culturally competent practitioner—ready to serve diverse populations in fields such as social services, public health, education, and human resources.
English Studies
Entrepreneurship
Environmental Studies
Ethics and Social Justice
Ethnic Studies*
Exercise Science
Film Studies
Forensic Anthropology
Forensic Science
Forensic Psychology
Forensic Science
Gender Studies
Geographic Information Science
Geography
German Studies
Gerontology: Aging & Older Adulthood
Health
History
Human Biology
Humanities
Information Systems
Interdisciplinary Studies
International Studies
Interpreting Studies: Theory
Juvenile Justice
Latin American Studies
Latino/Chicano Studies
Legal Studies
Liberal Studies
Linguistics
Literature
Mathematics
Medicinal Chemistry & Pharmacology
Military Science (Army ROTC)
Music
Organizational Leadership
Physical Education
Physical Science
Political Science
Professional Studies in the Deaf Community
Psychology
Public Health
Public History
Public Policy & Administration
Social Science
Sociology
Spanish
Special Education and Rehabilitation Counseling
Sport Management
Sports Leadership
Sustainability
Teacher Education (elementary, middle, and high)
The Arts
Theatre Arts
Writing
Aging and Older Adulthood
American Sign Language Studies: Culture
American Sign Language Studies: Linguistics
Bilingual and Biliteracy in Spanish Achievement
Bilingual / English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Computational Linguistics
Early Childhood Education
Elementary French
Elementary German
Elementary Spanish
Geographic Information Science
Infant Toddler
Interdisciplinary Social Justice/Service Learning with Latino CommunityBilingual
Intermediate French
Intermediate German
Intermediate Spanish
Professional Writing
Public and Nonprofit Management
Spanish-English
Interpreting and Translation
Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Endorsement
ESOL
One-to-two-year programs: Pre-Nursing
Three-to-four-year programs:
Pre-Clinical Lab Science
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Physician Assistant
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Four-year preparation programs: Pre-Law
Education/Teaching Psychology
Interdisciplinary Studies
Business & Economics
Criminal Justice
Master of Arts
Criminal Justice
Interpreting Studies
Organizational Leadership
Master of Arts in Teaching
Teaching
Master of Science
Justice Studies
Rehabilitation Counseling
Master of Science in Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education
Educational Technology
Elementary Mathematics Specialist (K-8)
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Interdisciplinary Professional Studies
Literacy Education
Reading
Special Education
STEM Education
Graduate Non-Degree
Elementary Mathematics Specialist (K-8) Specialization
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Endorsement
Reading Endorsement
Special Educator I
Endorsement
Graduate License
Special Educator II License
Graduate Certificate
Adaptive Leadership
Advanced Juvenile Justice Studies
Dual Language/Bilingual Education
Elementary Mathematics Specialist (K-8)
Enabling Leadership
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Executive Leadership
Healthcare Administration
Instructional Design
Interpreting Studies: Educational Interpreting
Interpreting Studies: Professional Practice
Interpreting Studies: Reflective Practice
Interpreting Studies: Research
Interpreting Studies: Teaching Interpreting
Reading Specialist
Social Justice
STEM Educational Leadership
Writing Theory and Practice for In-Service Teachers
Other Programs
Dual Language Specialization
graduate.wou.edu
National research indicates that living on campus contributes to greater overall satisfaction and success in college. You’re more likely to take advantage of academic resources and activities that are available on campus.
“Housing, student engagement, and persistence: A first look.” Gonyea, Robert M.; Polly Graham, Sarah Hurtado, Kevin Fosnacht. July 9, 2018.
• Choose your space
• No security deposit
• Nine-month contract
• Utilities included
• Unlimited laundry
• Computer support
• Furnishings included
• Cleaning services
• Close to classes, dining hall, campus resources, and events
• Movie streaming service
• Microwave/mini fridge/ freezer
• Convenience of having one bill on student account
• In hall staff support
Baseball (M)
Basketball (M/W)
Cross Country (M/W)
Football (M)
Indoor Track & Field (M/W)
Outdoor Track & Field (M/W)
Soccer (M/W)
Softball (W)
Volleyball (W)
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Interested in WOU Cheer or attending the next cheer clinic? Check Instagram for the team’s latest posts!
As a current student you‘ll have access to more than 70 student clubs and organizations.
Art exhibits: WOU has an official art museum in Campbell Hall, and there are also rotating exhibits in the Hamersly Library and Werner University Center.
Athletic events: The WOU Wolves have 14 NCAA Division II sports teams, so there is always some game or match happening on campus. WOU students get in free, and they lead the cheering section.
Clubs and organizations: There are dozens of special interest clubs and groups for students—everything from the Communications Club to Model U.N. to American Sign Language. You can also start your own club.
Fine arts: The Smith Fine Arts Series and Jenson Lecture Series bring world-renowned performers and speakers to Monmouth every year.
There is something for everyone! ¡Hay algo para todos!
Live music: Music students stage concerts all year, and visiting artists are on campus all the time, too. Musical styles range from classical piano to funk to spoken word.
Student government: ASWOU is the group that represents students on campus. There is also a Student Senate and a Judicial Board.
Sororities and fraternities: Many of the Greek organizations on campus have a themed focus, such as National Honor Society, community engagement or leadership.
Student media: WOU’s student newspaper, radio station (you could be a D.J.!) and literary journal keep students up to date on campus news.
Theatre and dance performances: The Theatre and Dance department stages multiple productions every year, including plays, musicals and the annual Spring Dance Concert (choreographed and performed by WOU students).
Access is included for all WOU students! ¡El acceso está incluido para todos los estudiantes de WOU!
• 40-foot climbing wall
• Two-court basketball gym
• Elevated indoor track
• Five-lane lap pool and therapy pool
• Strength training and cardio studio
Are you the first in your family to go to college?
If so, as a FIRST-GEN, (first generation student) you’ll find a lot of support at WOU. We’ll help you navigate your way through all kinds of new experiences!
Outdoor recreation: Hiking at Smith Rock
This two-week residential program is designed to help students build the skills needed to succeed in college-level writing and math. Este programa residencial de dos semanas está diseñado para ayudar a los estudiantes a desarrollar las habilidades necesarias para tener éxito en escritura y matemáticas a nivel universitario. Participate in academic sessions in small groups, activities, workshops and social events!
WOU was the first public university in Oregon to be named an emerging HSI. But why is being an HSI good for you? HSIs are recognized to have supportive environments, promoting inclusivity and diversity. Latino students report to feel more comfortable in their academic setting and get the support they need to succeed. It also helps to promote cross-cultural understanding between all students.
The cities of Monmouth and Independence received funding for a free trolley service. State legislators provided grant funds to support a local transit service that links Independence, Monmouth, and our campus.
The trolleys are low-emission hybrid gas-electric vehicles. The routes run every 15-20 minutes from the campus stop (next to the Natural Sciences building on Jackson St.) to Riverview Park Amphiteatre in Independence. Each trolley is equipped with front bike racks.
FUN FACT: Willamette Valley wine country was noted as one of the “World’s Greatest Places” by Time magazine in 2023.
Willamette River
