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How to Get Into University of Oregon

Eugene, OR · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

University of Oregon Admissions Statistics

88%
Acceptance Rate
580-690
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
550-670
SAT Math (mid 50%)
23-30
ACT (mid 50%)
20,497
Undergrads
72%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into University of Oregon

The bar here is clear

University of Oregon admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1130-1360 combined SAT or 23-30 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Since scores are not required (test-optional) here, submit only if you're inside or above the band; a below-band score is information you don't have to volunteer.

Use the Early Action round deliberately

University of Oregon offers Early Action: non-binding and worth taking if your application is ready, an earlier answer helps you calibrate the rest of your list, and EA carries no downside beyond the earlier deadline.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where University of Oregon fits.

University of Oregon Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Early Action (EA) November 1, 2025
Regular Decision (RD) January 15, 2026

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $65
Test scores Not required (test-optional)
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

University of Oregon Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $34,793
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $16,137 / $44,598
Room & board (on campus) $16,611
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $22,182

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $15,909
$30-48k $15,760
$48-75k $18,364
$75-110k $24,704
$110k+ $31,021
21%
Students receiving Pell Grants
29%
Students taking federal loans
86%
Freshman retention rate
19:1
Student-faculty ratio

These are averages, not your number. Get your family's actual price in about 10 minutes:

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