Willamette University
Salem, OR · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City
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About Willamette University
Willamette University is a private liberal arts college in Salem, Oregon, United States. Founded in 1842, it is the oldest college in the Western United States. Originally named the Oregon Institute, the school was an unaffiliated outgrowth of the Methodist Mission. The name was changed to Wallamet University in 1852, followed by the current spelling in 1870. Willamette founded the first medical school and law school in the Pacific Northwest in the second half of the 19th century. Approximately 2,400 students are enrolled at Willamette between its undergraduate and graduate programs. After it merged with the Pacific Northwest College of Art in 2021, it has an additional campus in Portland, Oregon which also contains a graduate education center. The college is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)'s Division III Northwest Conference.
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77%
Acceptance
$25,121
Net price
1,592
Enrollment
71%
Grad rate
Report Card
Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
77%
Acceptance rate
1,377
SAT average
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ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$25,121
Average net price
$51,156
In-state tuition
$51,156
Out-of-state tuition
$16,150
Room & board
$1,222
Books & supplies
$67,501
Total cost of attendance
24%
Students receiving Pell grants
39%
Students with federal loans
$21,500
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$56,911
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$38,932
Median earnings (6 yrs)
71%
Graduation rate
87%
Retention rate
75%
Earn more than a HS grad
$15,686
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
1,592
Total enrollment
1%
Part-time
19
Avg. age at entry
19%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Willamette University FAQ
Is Willamette University a public or private school?
Willamette University is a private nonprofit institution located in Salem, OR.
What is the acceptance rate at Willamette University?
Willamette University has an acceptance rate of 77%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Willamette University cost?
The average annual net price at Willamette University is $25,121 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $51,156.
What is the graduation rate at Willamette University?
About 71% of students at Willamette University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Willamette University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Willamette University students earn a median of $56,911 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Willamette University?
Admitted students at Willamette University have an average SAT score of 1,377. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Willamette University?
Willamette University enrolls about 1,592 students.
Campus
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