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Whether you want to pursue your own path, advance a cause, or set your sights on a promising career, Oregon gives you the tools to get there—and then take it further.

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More than 300 programs across nine schools and colleges. Find your path — from undergraduate degrees to advanced research.

Fall Classes Begin: September 28, 2026

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Your journey to the UO starts here. Submit an application, explore financial aid and scholarships, or schedule a campus visit.

Application deadline: January 15, 2027

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UO research expenditures: $267M annually

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Life at the UO is more than classes. It's community, culture, and the kind of experiences that shape who you become.

Week of Welcome Begins: September 25, 2026

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  • Undergraduate Admissions

    Start here if you’re a first-year or transfer student. We’ll walk you through the entire process. If you need help, we’re ready to answer your questions.

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  • Graduate Admissions

    You know what you want. Now find the program and faculty to match. Browse your options and reach out when you’re ready to take the next step.

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We’re the Right Kind of Big

  • 20 Average class size
  • $179M Invested in research designed to drive real-world impact
  • 7 in 10 Undergraduates do research

Funding Your Duck Degree

A University of Oregon degree opens doors. Learn how financial aid and scholarships support your path to impact, purpose, and lifelong opportunity.

Undergraduate Financial Aid and Scholarships

Our Promise to UO Students

We make a dynamic education possible for students who dream of becoming Ducks.

We Lock in Your Tuition Costs

We guarantee a stable undergraduate tuition rate from the start. Your tuition stays fixed for up to five years, with no unexpected increases.

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We Fund Native Scholars

The Home Flight Scholars program funds tuition and fees for Oregon residents who are enrolled members of any federally recognized American Indian tribe.

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We Meet the Needs of Oregon Students

If you live in-state and are eligible for the Federal Pell Grant, we’ll help meet your financial needs through a combination of programs.

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Try Life as a Duck

Spend a day exploring Eugene, a quintessential college town that’s proud of its eclectic and unconventional reputation. Bike or hike along the Willamette River or explore towering pine forests. Our location in this corner of the Pacific Northwest is an essential part of the UO experience.

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Some Say It’s the Place. Others, the People. What Will You Say?

We just say it’s Oregon. See for yourself.

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Need Help Applying?

Our Admissions Counselors can help you navigate the application process and answer any questions you have about life as a Duck. Connect with a counselor in your region in person or via email, phone, or online.

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