University of Oregon tuition and dates
The total cost of your education is an important factor to consider when studying abroad. On this page, you’ll find an overview of the kinds of costs you can expect to pay at the University of Oregon (UO), as well as some important dates.
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Students must consider the following costs:
- Tuition: the cost of your classes, and likely the most expensive part of your education
- Student housing: the cost of your room while living in Oregon
- Meal plan: the cost of your access to campus dining as a UO student
- University and student fees: these mandatory fees cover the cost of things like access to facilities, student events, technology services, and more
- Health insurance: the cost of health-care coverage while enrolled as a student at UO
- Books and learning materials: the cost of course-related textbooks, workbooks and other materials
- Personal funds: the cost of traveling to and from UO, and spending money for miscellaneous expenses while living in Oregon
Cost of tuition
Often, the most expensive investment in your education abroad is tuition, which pays for all your classes while you’re enrolled at UO.
Unlike most US universities that raise tuition costs an average of 5% per year, UO pledges that the cost of your tuition will not increase for at least five years from the time you start your studies, so you won’t face any surprises.
Tuition costs and fees for undergraduate students*
| Program | Typical length | Tuition fees |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | 4 years | $46,077 per year |
| Intensive English Program | 10 weeks | $4,875 |
| Intensive English Program | 4 weeks | $2,886 |
Additional costs
When you attend UO, you’ll also need to cover other costs, such as your student housing, meal plan, university fees, and books and class materials, as well as some spending money for travel and activities.
Student housing and meal plans
The price for on-campus student housing and food varies among UO residence halls and meal plans. Undergraduates must live on campus for the first year of their degree program.
The costs below is an average based on a standard room type and meal plan.
Housing and meal plan cost per year
| Location | Price |
|---|---|
| On-campus in Eugene | $17,400 |
Matriculation fee
UO students also pay a one-off matriculation fee at the beginning of their first term. This fee is currently $545.
Also consider:
It’s mandatory for all international students in the USA to have healthcare insurance throughout their studies. The typical cost for an undergraduate student at UO is $3,516.
Key to your education are the course materials used by professors in your classes. These materials include things like textbooks, workbooks, notebooks, highlighters, pens and pencils, calculators and more. The total cost of books and supplies is roughly $1,395 per year.
How much money a student spends on travel and personal expenses will vary. UO estimates personal expenses to be roughly $2,601 per year.
Total estimated expenses
Your overall cost for attending UO will depend on your housing and meal plan costs, as well as your personal spending habits. Below are estimated total expenses for undergraduate students.
Estimated annual expenses
| Cost Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate tuition | $46,077 |
| Housing and meal plan | $17,400 |
| Matriculation fee | $545 |
| Health insurance | $3,516 |
| Books and supplies | $1,395 |
| Transportation | $1,458 |
| Personal expenses | $2,601 |
| Estimated total cost | $72,990 |
Conditionally admitted students who join the Intensive English Program at UO’s American English Institute (AEI) can check their total cost of attendance, including housing and fees, here.
Important dates to know
Knowing the cost of your education is one thing, but knowing when to submit applications, documents and payments is just as important. Below are some key dates to keep in mind.
Program dates
| Program | Fall start date |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | Late September 2025 |
| Intensive English | Late September 2025 |
Other important dates
| Event | Fall 2025 start |
|---|---|
| Clark Honors College application deadline | January 15 |
| Application and scholarship consideration deadline for Architecture, Art and Technology, Business Administration, Interior Architecture, Music, and Product Design majors | January 15 |
| Decision notification | Throughout the year |
| Recommended deposit deadline | May 1 |
| Recommended on-campus housing application deadline | June 30 |
| Intensive English Program application deadline | July 25 |
| Application deadline for most undergraduate majors (but earlier applications recommended to allow time for the visa process) | August 15 |
| International student orientation starts | September 22 |
| Classes begin | September 30 |
Scholarships and funding
Generous partial scholarships are available to help lower the overall cost for students and their families.
UO awards $4 million in scholarships
to international students every year
Merit-based and need-based scholarships
of up to $25,000 per year
International student work-study award
worth up to $4,500 per year for those with financial need
Fall intake UO scholarships
Automatically awarded merit scholarships for international students
| Scholarship name | Award amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| UO Excellence | $20,000 each year | First-year students with exceptional academic records plus strong applications, including extra-curricular activities, awards, and the optional second essay |
| Summit | $12,500 each year | First-year students with 3.90+ weighted GPA |
| Apex | $10,000 each year | First-year students with 3.70–3.89 weighted GPA |
| Minds Move Mountains | $7,500 each year | First-year students with 3.30–3.69 weighted GPA, first-year students |
| Soaring Scholars | $5,000 each year | Transfer students with 3.30+ college level GPA, admitted for Fall 2025 |
| International Baccalaureate | $2,000–$6,000 each year | First-year students with minimum 3.40 high school GPA and IB diploma with score of 24 or higher |
Scholarships for international students with financial need
| Scholarship name | Award amount | Eligibility | Application deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Cultural Service Program (ICSP) | Up to $25,000, renewable each year | Awarded based on financial need, academic merit, and ability to make presentations to diverse groups of people | February 14 for ICSP application |
| Division of Global Engagement Endowed Scholarships | $1,000–$12,000 one-time award | Scholarships have varying eligibility criteria but all require: – demonstrated financial need – minimum 3.0 GPA | February 14 for endowed scholarship application |
| International Student Work-Study | $1,000–$4,500 in total, through a monthly paycheck for on-campus work | Awarded based on financial need. Maintain minimum 2.0 GPA and satisfactory academic progress towards degree completion. | April 15 for work-study award application |
Student employment
Many UO international students lower their overall financial burden through on-campus employment. Part-time on-campus jobs are plentiful and are also good for building up your résumé and developing important skills for career readiness.
