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83.4%Acceptance
$11,025Tuition
3,211Students
45%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$51,815Earnings
#15 in OregonPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$11,025
Out-of-State Tuition
$30,735
Average Net Price
$18,290
Students Receiving Financial Aid
40.0%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$11,610
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$11,945
Books & Supplies
$1,125
Total Cost of Attendance
$23,760
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,609
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$218/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
54.2%
Students Taking Federal Loans
73.6%
Pell Grant Recipients
40.0%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $16,131
$30,001 – $48,000 $16,040
$48,001 – $75,000 $17,265
$75,001 – $110,000 $18,989
$110,001+ $20,906

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Cost Overview

Most Western Oregon families pay around $18,290 annually after aid, though costs vary dramatically by income. Families earning under $30,000 pay just $16,131 per year, while those making over $110,000 pay $20,906. Over four years, that totals between $64,524 and $83,624 for a degree.

The typical graduate leaves with $20,609 in debt, requiring monthly payments of $218. That's manageable against the median starting salary of $52,801 one year after graduation. The university focuses heavily on teacher preparation, and education majors often qualify for loan forgiveness programs that can eliminate debt entirely.

First-generation students get the best financial deal here. With 40% of students receiving Pell Grants and strong support systems for rural Oregon families, Western Oregon serves students who might not afford college elsewhere. The combination of reasonable debt loads and solid employment rates makes this a practical choice for future teachers.

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