Admissions
Monique Teal
Portland, OR / Criminology and Criminal Justice / Class of 2007
My original plan was to wait a year before beginning my college experience. I changed my mind and applied to SOU. It is the best thing that ever happened to me.
Looking for the perfect university?
Southern Oregon University was recently chosen by the New York Times as one of twenty "hidden gems" in higher education. Why are we recognized in this way?
- We are committed to excellence in teaching and learning.
- We have a small 21 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 25 student average class size.
- Classes here are taught by faculty dedicated to teaching and not by graduate assistants.
- 93% of our instructors hold a Ph.D. or equivalent highest degree.
- We are in a location that offers tons of outdoor and cultural opportunities.
- Southern Oregon University offers you a solid liberal arts education where you learn to think broadly, creatively, and critically; skills that are vital for your future success.
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