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University of Oregon

A top public research university in the popular college town of Eugene, Oregon. It’s known for its sports teams, the Oregon Ducks, and is the birthplace of global athletics brand Nike.

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Why choose the University of Oregon?

Top 60 public university in the USA 

U.S. News Best Colleges 2025

Part of the invite-only Association of American Universities

alongside elite universities like Harvard, Stanford and Yale

Research opportunities

available to every undergraduate student

Located in the friendly college town of Eugene, in nature-loving Oregon. Undergraduates get involved in important research, enhancing both their academic success and their career prospects.

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17th

in the USA for Education

U.S. News Best Graduate Schools 2024
33rd

in the USA for Earth Sciences 

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53rd

in the USA for Business

U.S. News Best Colleges 2025
100th

in the world for Linguistics 

QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024

Take a closer look at the University of Oregon 

The University of Oregon building that sit in the centre of the campus
Students hiking together during their Outdoor Program.
Two UO students studying in group inside the campus library
The building in the University of Oregon campus that focuses on Accelerating Scientific Impact
A close up of the Straub building in the Oregon campus
The Autzen Stadium during UO vs Cal Football game

Here’s why students love the University of Oregon

Be part of a close community in scenic Eugene, rated a top 50 college town in the USA (Best College Reviews 2022). It’s an ideal location for students who enjoy an active lifestyle in the great outdoors.

Two smiling students on their campus public bikes

UO is a great choice for students who want to accelerate their career and become a changemaker

You’ll feel at home at this distinguished university, which has a global network of successful alumni changing the world for the better.

Oregon student in the library utilising their laptop for study purposes

A great place to start your career 

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Facilities where Oregon students can eat and socialise while visiting campus

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Let’s choose your route to a University of Oregon degree:

Apply to join the vibrant student community at the University of Oregon. Learn more about your options below:  

OPTION 1

Degree admission

  • To bachelor’s degree programs 

OPTION 2

Transfer admission 

  • To bachelor’s degree programs 

OPTION 3

English preparation 

  • For bachelor’s degree programs 

Life on campus

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Discover a sense of belonging and a world-class education at the University of Oregon.

70+ undergraduate majors

across 8 academic schools

Guaranteed fixed tuition for 5 years

the cost of undergraduate tuition won’t increase during your studies

74%

of undergraduate students engage in research activity

Nobel prize winner and 3 Pulitzer prize winners

included among UO’s faculty

260,000+ alumni

live in 153 countries

60,000+ American football fans

fill OU’s Autzen Stadium

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  • University of Oregon on-campus employment guide

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Where is the University of Oregon? 

UO’s scenic campus is based in the college town of Eugene, Oregon, which is one of the 50 best places to live in the USA according to money.com (2024). It’s within easy reach of both the beach and mountains, and Crater Lake National Park. There are also great hiking trails, as well as opportunities for rock-climbing, surfing and many other sports. It’s perfect for an active outdoor lifestyle! 

What social events are there at UO? 

With more than 2,400 events held on campus every year, there’s plenty to keep you busy. There are concerts, exhibitions at the University’s own galleries and museums, and of course, you can cheer on the Oregon Ducks at the world-class Hayward Field track and field facility, and the famous Autzen Stadium.

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What’s life like in the USA? 

The USA is known as a “cultural melting pot” that people from all over the world have chosen to call home. There is a huge diversity of landscapes to explore, from lush green valleys to arid deserts, so you’re sure to never get bored. It’s easy to see why the USA is the world’s number one destination for international students!

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