Facts and Figures

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UO By the Numbers

Curious about the UO experience? These facts and figures offer a simple snapshot of what it means to be a Duck. We’re a Tier 1 research university that’s the perfect size. You'll find ample opportunity to learn and grow on our beautiful campus, enjoy a wide variety of programs, join a vibrant student body, and benefit from small class sizes.

At a Glance

Explore the core numbers that define the UO's size and commitment to a world-class academic environment.

24,448
total UO enrollment
(fall 2025)
20,711
undergraduates
(fall 2025)
3,737
Graduate students
(fall 2025)
18:1
Student-teacher Ratio
(fall 2024-25)
23
Median class size
 
3.73
Average GPA of entering students

 

A Place for Every Duck

From first-generation Oregonians to international scholars, Ducks arrive with unique stories that strengthen who we are together.

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Students from all 50 U.S. states

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Four U.S. territories
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96 countries

Freshman Profile

14%
ASIAN AMERICAN
6%
BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN
16%
HISPANIC OR LATINO
3%
NATIVE AMERICAN
2%
NATIVE HAWAIIAN OR PACIFIC ISLANDER

UO Admissions Facts

27%
Resident Oregon freshmen are first-generation students
34%
Resident Oregon freshmen are eligible for Pell Grants

About the UO

 


 
 

Learning That Inspires

With a wide variety of program choices and expert-led classes, opportunity is built into every aspect of a UO education.

1,583
Undergraduate classes per term

Of our undergraduate classes, only 140 classes have more than 100 students.

80% +
Of lectures and seminars taught by faculty

Our Faculty Includes:

Nobel Prize Winner
 
MacArthur Fellow
 
Pulitzer Prize Winner
National Medal of Science Winners
 
American Cancer Society Fellows
 
National Academy of Sciences Members
Guggenheim Fellows
 

Find a more detailed list of our faculty achievements on the About UO page.

 

Research That Makes a Difference

Our award-winning faculty actively lead studies and create opportunities for you to join in discovery alongside them.

 

Investing in Your Success: Affordability and Financial Aid

The University of Oregon is committed to making a world-class education affordable by providing the financial support and stability needed to help students focus on their academic ambitions.

$352M for all students
Aid awarded each year in the form of grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships
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276,000+ alumni living in 153 countries

 
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129,000+ alumni living in Oregon
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113,000+ living in other states
 
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31,000+ living outside the U.S.
34%
Of undergraduates study abroad

Our Alumni Include

8
Oregon Governors
8
US Senators
20
US Representatives

Ready to Join the Flock?

The University of Oregon is where your journey begins. Here, you’ll find opportunity, purpose, and a community that cheers you on.