Description

The oldest university in the west, Willamette University in Salem, Oregon offers challenging academics and, while a small school, provides a wealth of student life opportunities.

Willamette’s academics are offered through distinctive schools, including the undergraduate College of Liberal Arts, a law school, a graduate school in management and one in education.

Willamette also has numerous research opportunities, with students even undertaking research projects abroad.

Since the school is small, classes and other academic activities offer optimal opportunity for interaction between students and professors.

Willamette’s small student body also fosters a sense of community among students who have a number of campus life activities to choose from. There are approximately 100 clubs, which include:

*Foreign language club
*Photography club
*Multicultural organizations
*Academic and professional student organizations
*Activist and social service groups
*Religious organizations

The Willamette campus also features an art museum and performing arts opportunities.

While admission to Willamette is fairly competitive and grades and SAT scores are taken into strong consideration, each applicant is evaluated individually.

Financial aid is also awarded to students who meet financial and other eligibility requirements.

Quick Facts

Location

Northwest

Setting

Mid-size City Setting

Type

Private

Size

Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Bearcats

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$35,610

Out-of-State Tuition

$35,610

Selectivity

Highly Selective

Enrollment

2,694

Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
1,865
Freshman Class
541
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
2,694

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
69%
Graduate
31%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
100%
Part-Time
0%

Gender of Students

Women
55%
Men
45%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
2%
Asian
7%
Caucasian
64%
Latino
5%
Other
22%

International Students

International
7%
Domestic
93%