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Southern Oregon University
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Annual Tuition
$12,093
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
82.7%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
45.2%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$49,175
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Southern Oregon University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Ashland, OR. With a competitive tuition profile of $12,093, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 45.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$48,372
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
2.5 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$19,175
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$143,378
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$335,128
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 45%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Southern Oregon University is $20,332.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$12,093
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
67.6%
Success
45.2%
In-State Cost
$12,093
Age 25+ Students
17.9%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Larger
Working at 6yr
1,472 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.