SOUTHERN OREGON UNIVERSITY (SOU)
- 1250 Siskiyou Blvd
- Ashland, OR 97520
- OPEID College Code: 00321900
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- General Phone: (541) 552-7672
- President: Dr. Mary Cullinan
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Midsized Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 5,104
- College Alias: SOU
- College Mascot: Raiders
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Southern Oregon University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army
- Website
- www.sou.edu

- Mission Statement
- Southern Oregon University challenges individuals to grow intellectually and personally as life long learners. We are an inclusive community that fosters student success by teaching, serving, creating, and leading. We engage regional, national, and international partners in meaningful research and civic, professional and artistic contributions. (In the process of being revised.)
Accreditation
- Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Arts & Sciences Plus Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate Comprehensive
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Very High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.sou.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 641 | 969 | 1,610 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 553 (86%) | 876 (90%) | 1,429 (89%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 282 (51%) | 427 (49%) | 709 (50%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2008
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 563 | 79% |
| ACT ® Exam | 162 | 21% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2008
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 450 | 580 |
| SAT ® Math | 440 | 560 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | - | - |
| ACT ® English | - | - |
| ACT ® Math | - | - |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: SOU Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 89%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 53% | 31% | 30% | 41% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,291 | $4,204 | $2,485 | $1,719 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 3.0% | 3.3% | 3.5% |
| Number in Default | 44 | 43 | 46 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,442 | 1,280 | 1,286 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $6,252 | $5,718 | $5,502 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $6,252 | $5,718 | $5,502 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $19,914 | $18,264 | $17,580 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,454 | $8,418 | $7,941 |
| Other Expenses | $3,750 | $3,750 | $3,600 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $19,806 | $19,236 | $18,393 |
| In-State | $19,806 | $19,236 | $18,393 |
| Out of State | $33,468 | $31,782 | $30,471 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $7,602 | $7,068 | $6,852 |
| In-State | $7,602 | $7,068 | $6,852 |
| Out of State | $21,264 | $19,614 | $18,930 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $7,602 | $7,068 | $6,852 |
| In-State | $7,602 | $7,068 | $6,852 |
| Out of State | $21,264 | $19,614 | $18,930 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 5,104 Undergraduate: 4,427 Graduate: 677
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,121 Female: 2,983
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,903 Female: 2,524
- Graduate Gender Male: 218 Female: 459
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,571 Part-Time: 1,533
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,340 Part-Time: 1,087
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 231 Part-Time: 446
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 99 | 2% |
| American Indian | 98 | 2% |
| Black | 87 | 2% |
| Asian | 214 | 4% |
| Hispanic | 231 | 5% |
| White | 3,927 | 77% |
| Unknown | 448 | 9% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 164 | 3% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,081 | 21% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,097 | 21% |
| Ages 22-24 | 936 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 632 | 12% |
| Ages 30-34 | 369 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 237 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 296 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 240 | 5% |
| Age Over 65 | 48 | 0.9% |
| Age Unknown | 4 | 0.08% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 703 | 548 | 155 |
| Faculty Status | 334 | 237 | 97 |
| Tenured Faculty | 147 | 138 | 9 |
| Graduate Assistants | 10 | - | 10 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 308 | 211 | 97 |
| Primarily Instruction | 293 | 196 | 97 |
| Primarily Public Service | 15 | 15 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 26 | 26 | - |
| Other Professionals | 184 | 158 | 26 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 185 | 153 | 32 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 87 | 69 | 18 |
| Skilled Crafts | 17 | 17 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 44 | 41 | 3 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $56,328 (194) | $57,830 (117) | $54,046 (77) |
| Professor | $68,679 (71) | $68,964 (49) | $68,046 (22) |
| Associate Professor | $55,424 (64) | $55,552 (37) | $55,248 (27) |
| Assistant Professor | $46,703 (21) | $46,670 (12) | $46,747 (9) |
| Instructor | $40,093 (38) | $40,599 (19) | $39,587 (19) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $84,102 (2) | $97,152 (1) | $71,052 (1) |
| Professor | $97,152 (1) | $97,152 (1) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $71,052 (1) | - (-) | $71,052 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $56,455 (196) | $58,013 (118) | $54,099 (78) |
| Professor | $68,830 (72) | $69,174 (50) | $68,046 (22) |
| Associate Professor | $55,465 (65) | $55,552 (37) | $55,351 (28) |
| Assistant Professor | $46,703 (21) | $46,670 (12) | $46,747 (9) |
| Instructor | $40,093 (38) | $40,599 (19) | $39,587 (19) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $439,465 | $262,707 | $176,758 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 60% | 40% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 265 | 164 | 101 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 264 | 164 | 100 |
| Basketball | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| All Track Combined | 71 | 45 | 26 |
| Football | 66 | 66 | - |
| Soccer | 21 | - | 21 |
| Softball | 21 | - | 21 |
| Tennis | 7 | - | 7 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Wrestling | 38 | 38 | - |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $26,865 | $29,443 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $7,484 | $2,411 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Basketball | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| All Track Combined | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Football | 8 | 8 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 7 | 7 | - |
| Soccer | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Tennis | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Wrestling | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 68%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 45%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 31% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 28% |
| Female | 34% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 38% |
| American Indian | 6% |
| Black | 33% |
| Asian | 27% |
| Hispanic | 26% |
| White | 33% |
| Unknown | 24% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 18% |
| 5 Years | 27% |
| 6 Years | 31% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 16 | 26 |
| Liquor Related | 32 | 50 |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 17 | 30 |
| Liquor Related | 45 | 55 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 5 | 10 |
| Arson | 3 | 3 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 11 | 14 |
| Arson | 3 | 4 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009