International Admissions
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Deadline to Apply for Fall 2025
August 29, 2025
Undergraduate Admission Requirements
The following admission criteria apply to all applicants seeking undergraduate admission. Requirements vary depending on the type of applicant:
First-Year Academic Requirements
To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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High School Diploma: Standard diploma from an accredited high school
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GPA Requirement: Minimum 2.75 unweighted cumulative GPA
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Coursework Completion (with a grade of C- or Pass in each subject):
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Language Arts: 4 years
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Mathematics: 3 years
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Science: 3 years
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Social Science: 3 years
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Transfer Student Academic Requirements
To qualify for transfer admission, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Academic Standing: Be in good academic, financial, and disciplinary standing at all previously attended institutions
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Minimum GPA:
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2.25 cumulative GPA with at least 36 transferable quarter credits or 24 transferable semester credits
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OR
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2.0 GPA with an AAOT, ASOT, or OTM degree
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Non-Degree Seeking Student Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirement:
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Minimum GPA: 2.75 unweighted cumulative GPA
Application Requirements
To complete your application for admission as an international student, please ensure you submit the following documents:
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International Student Application: Complete the form with accurate, up-to-date information.
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Financial Affidavit of Support: Complete and sign this form by hand.
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Financial Documentation: Provide documents (bank statements, affidavits, or scholarship awards) to verify your financial ability.
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Official Transcripts: Submit official transcripts from all prior institutions, with certified English translations if applicable.
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Proof of English Proficiency: Submit evidence of your English proficiency.
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Copy of Passport ID Page: Provide a clear copy of your passport’s ID page.
English Proficiency Requirement
All non-native English-speaking students applying for undergraduate or graduate admission must provide proof of English proficiency.
Minimum English Test Score Requirements
Test | Undergraduate | Graduate |
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Paper-based TOEFL | 500 | 550 |
Internet-based TOEFL | 60 | 79 |
IELTS | 5.5 | 6.0 |
Duolingo | 85 | 100 |
PTE | 48 | 53 |
Cambridge | 162 | CAE |
Manchester | 400 | TBD |
English Proficiency Exemptions
Applicants are exempt from the English proficiency testing requirement if any of the following apply:
- Earned or will earn a bachelor’s degree or higher in an English-speaking country
- Graduated from a school where English is the language of instruction
- Is a citizen of an approved English-speaking country
- Earned or will earn an associate degree or higher from a U.S. institution
English-Speaking Countries & Territories
Applicants who are citizens of the following countries or territories are automatically exempt:
Antigua & Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Canada (except Quebec), Cayman Islands, Dominica, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Liberia, New Zealand, Nigeria, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Singapore, Trinidad & Tobago, United Kingdom, United States
Tuition & Fees
Estimated Undergraduate Costs at WOU: Tuition, Housing, Food, and Fees
The estimated costs for undergraduate non-resident students for the 2025-26 academic year (fall, winter, and spring terms) with a full-time course load of 12 credits are as follows:
Expense | Cost |
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Tuition *, ** | $24,480 |
Fees | $2,187 |
Room and board ** | $12,655 |
Books and supplies | $1,272 |
Personal | $1,350 |
TOTAL | $41,944 |
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Tuition rates are subject to change.
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Room and board costs vary depending on credit load and housing/board choices.
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A one-time matriculation fee of $365 is assessed to all students.
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Tuition estimate is based on a full-time status of 12 credits per term for fall, winter, and spring.
Item | Cost | Details |
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Mandatory International Health Insurance | $2,100 | Annual coverage from 09/01/2024 – 08/31/2025, for all international students. Details |
Dependents (Spouse or Children) | $8,000/year for spouse + $2,000 for health insurance; $8,000/year per child + $2,000/year per child for health insurance | Contact the Office of International Education (OIED) if you are interested in bringing a dependent on an F-2 or J-2 visa. |
Western Oregon University does not have any designated or guaranteed scholarships for international students. However, once admitted, international students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale will automatically receive the Merit Scholarship. The amounts indicated on the site are annual and renewable annually. International students are also eligible to apply for two types of scholarships, General Scholarships and Departmental Scholarships. The application process includes submitting required documents and essays. Evaluation criteria include GPA, awards, extracurriculars, and essay quality. For more information, click here.
Beneficiary Name: | Western Oregon University |
Bank Name and Address: | KeyBank N.A. 1211 SW Fifth Ave Ste 300 Portland, OR 97204, USA |
Bank Account Number: | 890000058020 |
SWIFT Code: | KEYBUS33POR |
Purpose or Description: | WOU/Student Name/Student ID Number (V#) |
WOU Contact: |
Kathyryn Tripp – Cashier’s Office 503-838-8291 |
Please indicate the student’s V# (admission number on the admission letter) when you wire transfer funds to WOU. Funds that are wire transferred into a student’s WOU account can only be used towards the student’s tuition, not personal expenses.
Please note:
We do not encourage, expect, or require students to obtain services from private recruitment agencies. Please know that WOU receives no profit or financial gain from any agencies or organizations.
Students from the People’s Republic of China, please be aware that Chinese law prescribes limits on what private agencies can legally charge an applicant.
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Pre-Arrival Information
This guide provides essential insights and tips to help you prepare for your upcoming arrival. From important documents to key preparations, we’ve got you covered to ensure a smooth transition to your new journey ahead.
Traveling to WOU
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Orientation
This immersive experience is your introduction to campus life, resources, and opportunities. Get ready to dive into academic and social aspects of university life, forge new connections, and lay the foundation for a successful and fulfilling journey ahead.
Setting Up Your WOU Portal Account
This page was made specifically for International Students to guide them through setting up their WOU Portal Account and allowing them to access their Pawprint username and creating or resetting their password.
Have questions? Contact us 🙂
Office of International Education & Development
P: 503-838-8425 | e-mail: global@wou.edu
The OIED is located in the Academic Programs Support Center (APSC), Room 408
Office Hours:
Monday & Wednesday from 9am to 5pm
Tuesday & Thursday from 1pm to 5pm