Welcome to Western Oregon University!

On behalf of the administration, staff, faculty and students of WOU, we want to thank you for your commitment to Western Oregon University, the oldest public school in the state of Oregon!

We hope that this University Parent Guide is a valuable resource for you that can provide resources and information to help you and your student during your partnership with WOU!

WOU has a unique role in the state of Oregon university system – we offer top-quality instruction from incredible faculty, committed staff devoted to helping students succeed and a small-town environment where hundreds of student activities are provided each year!

It is an exciting time as we continue to grow our institution’s capabilities!  The addition of a new live-learn residence hall for Fall 2010 and the new Health-Wellness recreation center scheduled to open January 2011!

Here are some facts and figures about Western Oregon University!

• The average class size is 26 with a Student/faculty ratio of 18:1
• We have no classes larger than 100 students
• 51% of our students are first generation!
• We awarded $2.4 million in scholarships for 2007-2008
• Average age of students:  22.4
• 90% of our students come from Oregon
• Roughly 62% female and 38% male
• Campus is 134 acres with over 1,200 trees!
• Fall 2009 enrollment was 5,600

Our commitment is to helping your student succeed!  If there is anything you might need, feel free to contact us!