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Collaborate and innovate Experience the power of new ideas and prepare for a future without limits The transition to college is often described as “venturing out on your own.” At Willamette University, nothing could be further from the truth. We embrace learning as a collective endeavor where shared experiences and diverse perspectives enhance all minds. Together we’ll push forward faster, creating knowledge and making discoveries that could never be made in a solitary pursuit. Along the way, we’ll encourage you and your classmates to step outside the norm with new ideas, groundbreaking research and unconventional creative works. You’ll become an agile 21st-century thinker ready to excel in a complex and ever-changing world.
A college that changes lives Willamette is one of 45 schools recognized by “Colleges That Change Lives.” The popular educational guide gives us high marks for our commitment to honest mentorship, hands-on experiences, and an environment that cultivates critical thinking and values.
Meet Navi Hewage ’18
››Biology graduate ››Singer, Voce Femminile and Up Top A Cappella
››Medical student, Texas A&M University
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Professor Mike Nord created Willamette University Music Technology Studios so students could have access to a state-of-the-art digital recording suite without leaving campus.
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Be imaginative Explore diverse perspectives and emerge as a creative problem solver At Willamette, you’ll explore multiple disciplines encompassing the social and natural sciences, humanities, and the arts. You’ll learn how to bridge ideas and practices across this wide range of perspectives, approaching problems in innovative ways and finding imaginative solutions. And you’ll put your knowledge to work in internship, service and study abroad opportunities that speak directly to your interests.
Meet your biggest advocates You’ll learn from the best at Willamette. Our professors have won numerous national awards for teaching excellence. Whatever you study, you’ll work alongside caring mentors who take a keen interest in your life and talk to you long after office hours have ended for the day. When you’re ready to apply for a job or graduate school, they’ll write you a recommendation that makes you stand out from the crowd.
Home is where the hearth is Small classes are just the starting point of your academic experience at Willamette. We’ve created spaces known as academic hearths where students and faculty gather to study, talk and eat together. In this close-knit learning community, you’ll engage, you’ll discuss, you’ll debate, you’ll connect — and you’ll thrive.
Everybody knows each other, so there’s a lot of collaboration. And if you want to learn something, Willamette has all the resources you need.” — Brandon Nelson ’19
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Find new ground and break it Research comes with the territory at Willamette You don’t have to wait until graduate school to conduct high-level research. Our students are collaborating with professors on innovative studies, presenting their findings at national conferences and enhancing our understanding of the world in an array of academic disciplines. And because we offer more than 75 undergraduate research grants annually, you can get paid to study what you love.
Bringing research to life The research opportunities at Willamette extend beyond our advanced labs. Keeton Nance ’19 boarded a boat and collected water samples to investigate the effects of a little-known form of estrogen on human and aquatic life. His team’s research was published in a leading scientific journal.
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Meet Forrest Deters ’20
››Math major ››Physics and music minor ››Singer, Chamber Choir, Headband and Willamette Singers
››Resident advisor ››Steppin’ Out leader
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Broaden your horizons
Connect with a different culture
Zachary Dyne ’19 visited farms and food centers throughout Idaho.
Live and learn with students from Tokyo International University of America, which is located next to campus. It’s been an integral part of the Willamette experience for more than 50 years. You’ll also have the option of taking classes at Tokyo International University in Japan, where you can immerse yourself in Japanese language and culture.
Izabel Peña-Venegas ’18 (left) interned at American University in Washington, D.C.
Henry Coba ’19 studied music and Spanish in Ecuador.
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Choose your time zone and be a citizen of the world Our students bring multiple viewpoints to the table, and it’s not just because of their experiences on campus. At Willamette, you’ll have access to more than 60 study abroad programs that add a cultural dimension to your academic pursuits — and the sense of perspective you gain will help you become a citizen of the world.
Recent study abroad destinations
Sarah Crabb ’18 investigated ruins at an archaeological dig in Scotland.
Samantha Zemanek ’20 spent a semester at the School of Russian and Asian Studies in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Olivia Barry ’19 interned at the Rijksmuseum in the Netherlands.
Natasha Milligan ’20 (right) honed her Japanese language skills at Tokyo International University in Kawagoe, Japan.
Jake Kornack ’17 interned for Conergy, a global developer of solar energy projects in France.
Jonathan Louangrath ’21 hiked the Annapurna region of the Himalayas in Nepal.
Paige Yeakle ’19 studied at Nelson Mandela University in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Emily Sewall ’17 augmented her exercise and health science studies by spending a semester in New Zealand.
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Meet Anna Ayala ’19
››Chemistry graduate ››Webber Scholar ››Salem Hospital intern ››Undergraduate research assistant ››First responder, Willamette Emergency Medical Services ››Medical student, Oregon Health & Science University
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Be a difference maker Make an impact on campus and improve lives everywhere Civic engagement lies at the core of a Willamette education, and it begins on campus. You can promote sustainability as a student senator, advocate for reform as a member of the Restorative Justice Coalition or reach out to communities near and far. “Not unto ourselves alone are we born” is more than our school motto. It’s the way we live every day.
Leaders are born here Our commitment to public service extends well beyond graduation. Willamette alumni are working for the greater good as U.S. senators and representatives, governors and justices. They’re also tackling the world’s most pressing issues as scientists, policymakers and social justice advocates.
Caring for her community Aspiring doctor Anna Ayala ’19 is passionate about using her knowledge to help others. She found the perfect outlet as a member of Willamette Emergency Medical Services (WEMS), a student-run, professionally licensed agency that serves the campus community.
What I loved about working for WEMS was that it involved a lot of compassion and empathy. I really learned how to put myself in other people’s shoes.”
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power of proximity Gain professional experience within minutes of campus Salem is a hub of politics, business, healthcare and research. You can intern for policymakers at the state Capitol, conduct studies at the Oregon State Archives, shadow doctors at Salem Hospital or work side-by-side with state economists. You’ll also be within minutes of companies like Garmin and less than an hour from Portland, where you can put your ideas to work for organizations like Nike, Intel, the Portland Trail Blazers and Oregon Health & Science University.
Promoting a healthier future The Capitol’s proximity to campus drew Adrian Uphoff ’19 to Willamette, but he never imagined he’d be a driving force for universal health care in Oregon before he graduated. As a senior, the 22-year-old legislative aide helped secure passage of a bill to establish a new health care commission.
The minute I came to Willamette, I set foot in the state Capitol. Without that experience, I wouldn’t be in the position I am and doing the things I am today.”
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Meet Adrian Uphoff ’19
››Politics graduate ››After-school enrichment program assistant, Salem-Keizer Public Schools
››Government affairs intern, FamilyCare Health ››Legislative assistant, state Sen. Chuck Riley ››Legislative aide, state Sen. James Manning ››Graduate student specializing in public health and public policy, University of Minnesota
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college experience
Do what you love and make friends for life Willamette is intellectually challenging, but it’s also a lot of fun. With more than 100 student organizations, 19 NCAA Division III teams and dozens of intramural sports to choose from, you’ll find all kinds of ways to tap your talents and make the most of your time. You can get involved in Greek life, DJ your own show on KWU Radio, celebrate your heritage in one of our multicultural clubs or bring big-time acts to campus for the Willamette Events Board. And when it’s time for a break, you’ll always find good food and great conversation at The Bistro, our studentrun coffeehouse. Wherever you go, the friendships you forge will last long after you’ve graduated.
The best thing Willamette does is foster an environment where people can really connect and make long-lasting relationships. Everyone has their doors open.” — RoShaan Rogers ’18, MBA’19
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Meet RoShaan Rogers ’18, MBA’19
››Economics graduate ››3-2 program graduate with BA/MBA ››Oregon Department of Transportation intern ››Atkinson Student Association compliance officer ››Honorary member, Alpha Chi Omega ››Bearcats track star 13
Celebrate the arts Express yourself and discover talent everywhere you turn Concerts, plays and art exhibitions are all part of the campus scene. Listen to a stirring performance by the Oregon Symphony, catch a poet in the Cat Cavern and watch your classmates take the stage at the M. Lee Pelton Theatre, home to one of the top college theatre programs in the nation. And if you’re artistically inclined, you can showcase your work as a member of a the Willamette Dance Company, a cappella groups like Headband, and other student organizations.
Discover a cultural treasure Willamette’s Hallie Ford Museum of Art features a diverse collection that ranges from ancient Egyptian artifacts and Native American baskets to Corot, Whistler and Pacific Northwest artists. You’ll enjoy free admission to Oregon’s third-largest art museum throughout your time here, and you’ll be amazed by the creativity of our senior art majors when they exhibit their work each spring.
Let the music play These music ensembles are open to all students by audition: Instrumental University Chamber Orchestra Waller String Quartet and Other Chamber Ensembles Willamette Jazz Collective Willamette Pro Musica Wind Ensemble
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Vocal Chamber Choir Dramatic Vocal Arts Male Ensemble Willamette Voce Femminile Willamette Singers
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Willamette University dance students are talented artists and choreographers, and their performances add richness and vitality to the campus community.
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Meet Paimon Jaberi ’17, MBA’18
››Economics graduate ››3-2 program graduate ››Willamette Board of Trustees representative ››Philanthropy chair, Sigma Chi ››Bearcats linebacker ››Business intelligence analyst, Seattle Seahawks
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Go anywhere Be ready for the nation’s top companies and graduate schools Knowledgeable and experienced, confident and prepared, Willamette graduates are highly sought after by the nation’s leading organizations and graduate schools. Wherever your path leads, Willamette will put you in a position to make a significant contribution to your world.
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Flying high with the Seahawks When Paimon Jaberi ‘17, MBA’18 was a kid, crisp autumn days were all about the Seattle Seahawks. Now he plays an integral role for the team — not as the linebacker he was during his Bearcat days, but as a business intelligence analyst. Willamette’s dual-degree program put him on the fast track to his MBA, and he never looked back.
Willamette just catapulted me into what I want to do, and I feel the sky is truly the limit.”
See Paimon at willamette.edu/go/jaberi
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Discover enduring value A Willamette education will pay off for the rest of your life Willamette is one of the nation’s leading liberal arts and sciences colleges — and when you start comparing costs, you’ll discover we’re a tremendous value. Tuition at public universities seem lower at first glance, but when you factor in financial aid and graduation rates, it can be quite a different story. Our aid packages can include need- and merit-based scholarships, work-study plans, grants and loans. Let us guide you through the process, maximize your options and show you how affordable a Willamette education can be.
A “Best Value School” We’re a “Best Value School” and among the top liberal arts colleges nationwide based on our graduation rate, social mobility and resources (U.S. News and World Report, 2019).
Merit Scholarships
››Up to $25,000 per year You’re automatically considered for merit scholarships when you apply, and the awards are based primarily on academic achievement. Receive an additional $1,000 as a National Merit finalist or National Hispanic Recognition Program scholar.
Competitive Scholarships Can be combined with merit awards
››Music: Up to $10,000 per year ››S-Stem: Up to $8,150 per year ››Theatre: Up to $8,000 per year ››Debate: Up to $5,000 per year ››Art: Up to $5,000 per year
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See if Willamette is right for you Come spend a day with us. Take a guided tour, explore our majors, and meet our students and faculty. Experience Willamette University and learn more about an innovative educational journey that’s designed for the modern world — and for individuals who believe that in college, career and life, we’re better together.
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Programs of study Study what you love and share your ideas with classmates who inspire you and professors who bring out your best work American Ethnic Studies m
History M/m
Anthropology M/m
Humanities M
Archaeology M/m
International Studies M
Art History M/m
Japanese Studies M/m
Art, Studio M/m
Latin American Studies M/m
Arts, Technology and Multimedia m Asian Studies M/m Biochemistry s Biology M/m Business m Business, Government and Not-for-Profit Management m Business Management 3+2 BA/MBA s Chemistry M/m Chinese Studies M/m
Law 3+3 BA/JD s Mathematics M/m Music M/m Not-for-Profit Management 3+2 BA/MBA s Philosophy M/m Physics M/m Politics M/m Politics, Policy, Law and Ethics M Pre-Health s
Classical Studies M/m
Pre-Medicine s
Computer Science M/m Creative Writing s Data Science M Economics M/m Engineering 3+2 s English M/m
Pre-Law s Pre-Veterinary Medicine s Psychology M/m Public Health M Public Management 3+2 BA/MBA s Religious Studies M/m Russian m
Environmental Science M/m
Sociology M/m
Exercise & Health Science M
Spanish M/m
Film Studies M/m
Student-Designed Major M
Forestry 3+2 s
Sustainability m
French and Francophone Studies M/m
Theatre M/m
German M/m
Women’s and Gender Studies M/m
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Combine a bachelor’s degree from Willamette with an MBA or a law degree from one of our top-ranked graduate programs and save a year of time and tuition.
Medieval and Renaissance Studies m
Civic Communication and Media M/m Comparative Literature and the History of Ideas M
Dual degree. Dual value.
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s = special program = 3+2, 3+3 dual degree = new program
It’s your move You’re going places, and we’ll help you get there. Take the next step and apply to Willamette University today. We offer test-optional admission, and we use the Common Application exclusively to streamline the process.
Apply at willamette.edu/go/applywu
Early action/decision: Apply by Nov. 15 and get a decision by Dec. 30. Regular decision: Apply by Jan. 15 and get a decision by March 1.
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Meet Anelise Zimmer ’16
››Environmental science graduate ››Fulbright Award recipient ››Webber Scholar ››Outdoor Program coordinator ››Undergraduate research assistant ››Graduate student specializing in
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