Willamette University

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• 900 State St
  Salem , OR 97301
  (503) 370-6300
  www.willamette.edu

  Setting

  Mid-size city

  Enrollment

  2,436

  Full time

  2,255

  Part time

  181

  Men full time

  999

  Women full time

  1,256

  Region Campus Street View

  Mission Statement

  Willamette University is an independent, nonsectarian institution of higher learning founded in 1842, educating men & women in the liberal arts & selected professional fields. The University’s mission extends far from the Oregon Territory & Pacific Northwest to encompass the larger world beyond. In its pursuits, Willamette University: Cherishes the dignity & worth of all individuals, striving to reflect the diversity of our world; Encourages close relationships among faculty, students, & staff to enhance learning & foster community; Provides a lively & challenging education in a small university setting where teaching & learning are strengthened by ongoing scholarship & research; Embraces a commitment to service & leadership in our various communities & professions; Honors its historic roots in The United Methodist Church & values the ethical & spiritual dimension of education; Believes that education is a lifelong process of discovery, delight & growth, the hallmark of a humane life.

  Willamette University More Information

  Type of School

  Four or more years , Private not-for-profit

  Religious affiliation

  None

  Highest degree offered

  Masters and First-professional

  Calendar

  Semester

  Distance learning opportunities

  No

  Willamette University Diversity

  American Indian/Alaskan Native

  1%

  Asian/Pacific Islander

  6%

  Black/Non-Hispanic

  1%

  Hispanic

  4%

  White/Non-Hispanic

  55%

  Non-Resident Alien

  9%

  Race/ethnicity unknown

  25%

  Enrollment statistics are for a 12-month period as of 2007.

• Willamette University Admission Basics

  Admissions office phone number

  -

  Open admission policy

  No

  Undergraduate Application fee

  $50

  Applied

  2,983

  Admitted

  2,301

  Enrolled

  435

  Admitted %

  77%

  Willamette University Admission factors

  Admission test scores

  Required

  Secondary school GPA

  Required

  Secondary school rank

  Recommended

  Secondary school record

  Required

  TOEFL

  Recommended

  Completion of college preparatory program

  Required

  Recommendations

  Required

  Formal demonstration of competencies

  Neither required nor recommended

  Willamette University Admission statistics

  Students submitting SAT

  79%

  SAT 1 Verbal 25^th percentile score

  570

  SAT 1 Verbal 75^th percentile score

  690

  SAT 1 Math 25^th percentile score

  550

  SAT 1 Math 75^th percentile score

  660

  Students submitting ACT

  21%

  ACT Composite 25^th percentile score

  25

  ACT Composite 75^th percentile score

  29

• Willamette University Cost

  In-State Tuition, Full-time Undergraduates

  $31,968

  Out-of-state Tuition, Full-time Undergraduates

  $31,968

  Books and Supplies

  $880

  On-campus room and board

  $7,570

  Off-campus room and board

  -

  Willamette University Financial Aid

  Students Receiving Aid

  94%

  Receiving Federal Grants

  20% , $5,858 on average

  Receiving Institutional Aid

  94% , $15,300 on average

  Receiving Student Loans

  52% , $5,127 on average

• Willamette University Programs & Majors

  Graduates in 2007/2008 academic year.

  Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies	Bachelor	Master
  American/United States Studies/Civilization	1	0
  Asian Studies/Civilization	3	0
  East Asian Studies	0	0
  Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other	1	0
  Japanese Studies	5	0
  Latin American Studies	3	0
  Western European Studies	1	0
  Women's Studies	0	0
  Biological and Biomedical Sciences	Bachelor	Master
  Biology/Biological Sciences, General	40	0
  Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services	Bachelor	Master
  Business Administration and Management, General	0	59
  Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services	Bachelor	Master
  Computer Science	7	0
  Education	Bachelor	Master
  Education, General	0	97
  English Language and Literature/Letters	Bachelor	Master
  English Language and Literature, General	28	0
  Speech and Rhetorical Studies	22	0
  Foreign languages, literatures, and Linguistics	Bachelor	Master
  Comparative Literature	0	0
  French Language and Literature	6	0
  German Language and Literature	2	0
  Russian Language and Literature	0	0
  Spanish Language and Literature	8	0
  Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences	Bachelor	Master
  Music Therapy/Therapist	0	0
  History	Bachelor	Master
  History and Philosophy of Science and Technology	3	0
  History, General	32	0
  Legal Professions and Studies	Bachelor	Master
  International Law and Legal Studies	0	2
  Law	0	0
  Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities	Bachelor	Master
  Humanities/Humanistic Studies	5	0
  Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies	0	0
  Mathematics and Statistics	Bachelor	Master
  Mathematics, General	13	0
  Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	Bachelor	Master
  International/Global Studies	13	0
  Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other	0	0
  Natural Resources and Conservation	Bachelor	Master
  Environmental Science	18	0
  Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies	Bachelor	Master
  Kinesiology and Exercise Science	15	0
  Philosophy and Religious Studies	Bachelor	Master
  Philosophy	11	0
  Religion/Religious Studies	8	0
  Physical Sciences	Bachelor	Master
  Chemistry, General	11	0
  Physics, General	5	0
  Psychology	Bachelor	Master
  Psychology, General	33	0
  Social Sciences	Bachelor	Master
  Anthropology	20	0
  Archeology	1	0
  Economics, General	44	0
  Political Science and Government, General	34	0
  Sociology	23	0
  Visual and Performing Arts	Bachelor	Master
  Art History, Criticism and Conservation	10	0
  Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General	7	0
  Film/Cinema Studies	0	0
  Fine/Studio Arts, General	12	0
  Music Pedagogy	3	0
  Music Theory and Composition	1	0
  Music, General	2	0
  Piano and Organ	0	0
  Voice and Opera	1	0

• Willamette University Deadlines

  Early decision deadline

  -

  Early action deadline

  Dec 1st

  College will notify student of early decision by

  -

  College will notify student of early action by

  Jan 15th

  Priority application deadline

  -

  Financial aid priority deadline

  -

  Regular application deadline

  Feb 1st

  Fall application deadline

  Feb 1st

  SAT Reasoning / ACT scores due

  Feb 1st

  SAT Subject score report due

  -

  Financial aid deadline

  Feb 1st

  Transfer priority application deadline

  Feb 1st

  Transfer priority financial aid deadline

  -

  Transfer application closing date

  Jun 1st

  Transfer deadline for filing financial aid forms

  -

  College will notify student by

  Apr 1st

  College will notify student of transfer decision by

  -

  College will notify student of financial aid decisions on or about

  Apr 15th

  Student must reply to acceptance by

  May 1st

  Student must reply to financial aid decision by

  -

  Deadline for housing deposit

  -

• Willamette University Admin Settings

  College Profile Override

  -

  Application Link

  -

  Scholarship Calculator Link

  -

  Facebook Link

  -

  Twitter Username

  -

  Virtual Tour Link

  -

  Enable Regional Events

  -

  Next Connect Link Url

  -

  Next Connect Link Text

  -

  Next Connect Description

  -

  Willamette University Sports

  National Collegiate Athletic Association Membership

  Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association

  Football program

  -

  Basketball program

  -

  Baseball program

  -

  Cross country/track program

  -

  Willamette University Military Programs

  ROTC

  Yes

  Army

  No

  Navy

  No

  Air Force

  Yes

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