School Information

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Total Enrollment 2,838
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 10 : 1

Willamette University

http://www.willamette.edu
900 State St, Salem, Oregon 97301
(503) 370-6300

Willamette University is an independent, nonsectarian institution of higher learning founded in 1842, which educates men and women in the liberal arts and in selected professional fields. The University’s mission now extends far beyond from the Oregon Territory and the Pacific Northwest to encompass the larger world beyond. In its pursuits, Willamette University: cherishes the dignity and worth of all individuals, and strives to reflect the diversity of our world; encourages close relationships among faculty, students, and staff to enhance learning and foster community; provides a lively and challenging education in a small university setting where teaching and learning are ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Air Force)
Teacher certification
Study abroad
Student Services Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Doctor's degree - professional practice
Campus Setting City: Midsize
Disability Services Student 9%
 
School Costs

At Willamette University, 97.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 89.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $17,802), and 63% receive loans ($6,686 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $8,350.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Willamette University is $26,512 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 5,739 people applied to Willamette University. Of the applicants, 60.0% were admitted (54.0% male & 64.0% female ) and 16.0% accepted (18.0% male and 14.0% female)

Of the 1,997 undergraduate students at Willamette University, 7.0% are part-time. A majority (99.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 9.0% of the 841 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     30.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     88.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     72.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     80.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     79.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone 503-370-6303
Admissions Office Email mrhyneer@willamette.edu
Admissions Office Address Office of Admission Willamette University 900 State Street Salem, Oregon 97301
Admissions Website http://www.willamette.edu/about/admission/index.html (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.willamette.edu/admission/apply/
Application Fee $50

In order to be accepted to Willamette University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Willamette University SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 560
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 670
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 560
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 650
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 540
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 650
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 25
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 30
ACT English (25th Percentile) 25
ACT English (75th Percentile) 31
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 24
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 29
 
Willamette University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 14
American/United States Studies/Civilization 1
Asian Studies/Civilization 3
East Asian Studies 0
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other 1
Japanese Studies 7
Latin American Studies 2
Western European Studies 0
Women's Studies 0
Biological and biomedical sciences 30
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 30
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 118
Business Administration and Management, General 118
Computer and information sciences and support services 3
Computer Science 3
Education 80
Education, General 80
English language and literature/letters 47
English Language and Literature, General 30
Speech and Rhetorical Studies 17
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 14
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General 3
Comparative Literature 0
French Language and Literature 5
German Language and Literature 0
Russian Language and Literature 1
Spanish Language and Literature 5
Health professions and related clinical sciences 0
Music Therapy/Therapist 0
History 15
History and Philosophy of Science and Technology 0
History, General 15
Legal professions and studies 4 2 129
American/US Law/Legal Studies/Jurisprudence (LLM, MCJ, JSD/SJD) 3
Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law (LLM, JSD/SJD) 1
International Law and Legal Studies (LLM, JSD/SJD) 2
Law (LLB, JD) 129
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 0
Humanities/Humanistic Studies 0
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 0
Mathematics and statistics 6
Mathematics, General 6
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 26
International/Global Studies 23
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 3
Natural resources and conservation 13
Environmental Science 13
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 16
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 16
Philosophy and religious studies 10
Philosophy 5
Religion/Religious Studies 5
Physical sciences 26
Chemistry, General 22
Physics, General 4
Psychology 35
Psychology, General 35
Social sciences 110
Anthropology 21
Archeology 0
Economics, General 41
Political Science and Government, General 33
Sociology 15
Visual and performing arts 27
Art History, Criticism and Conservation 8
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 4
Film/Cinema Studies 1
Fine/Studio Arts, General 7
Music Pedagogy 1
Music Theory and Composition 1
Music, General 3
Piano and Organ 0
Voice and Opera 2
 
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