University of Oregon

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Oregon. Around 86% of applicants get into University of Oregon each year. Last year, 37,154 students applied to University of Oregon and 32,061 were admitted.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of Oregon, the regular decision application deadline is January 15 and the fee for the application is $65.

Students who apply to University of Oregon for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than April 1.

University of Oregon Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Oregon's admissions stats.

University of Oregon 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.8
Mean SAT Score	1253
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	11%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	6%
Waitlist	Yes

University of Oregon Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Oregon.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 15
Regular Decision	Yes	1 15	April 1

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Want to Apply Early to University of Oregon?

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University of Oregon does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. University of Oregon will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

Some students apply early in hopes that it will help their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of acceptance, since it demonstrates your interest in a school.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Oregon Admissions

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How Difficult Is It To Get Admitted to University of Oregon (UO)?

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Oregon (UO). University of Oregon (UO) evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2022, University of Oregon (UO) accepted 86% of all applicants, about 32,061 of the 37,154 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of Oregon (UO), accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to architecture, Honors College is program extremely difficult.

Transferring to University of Oregon

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Oregon

In 2022, University of Oregon waitlisted 1,111 students and 435 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 235 eventually received an admissions offer.

What Does University of Oregon Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Oregon

What does University of Oregon consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Oregon for more information on admission factors.

University of Oregon Application Requirements

To apply to University of Oregon, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of Oregon's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Other Requirements	√	–	–	C+ or better in 15 college preparatory units
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Oregon?

Students admitted to University of Oregon have an average unweighted GPA of 3.8. University of Oregon considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Oregon is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 11% of University of Oregon's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 6% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Oregon?

To be competitive with other University of Oregon applicants, you should aim to earn between 1140 and 1370 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Oregon 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1370 and 25% of scored lower than 1140, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Oregon student is 1253.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Oregon students scored 680 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Oregon students scored 690 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Oregon, you should strive to earn between 24 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Oregon's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 24 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Oregon students. Only one out of every four students scored below 24.

More Information on Transferring to University of Oregon

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Oregon.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 1.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Oregon during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Oregon Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Oregon?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Oregon.

Does University of Oregon accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Oregon accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Oregon accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Oregon accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Oregon accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Oregon?

❌ No, University of Oregon is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Oregon's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Oregon is 86%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Oregon?

❌ University of Oregon does not offer early decision.

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