Founded in 1856, Western Oregon University (WOU) is the oldest public university in the state of Oregon, as well as in the west of Mississippi River. Western Oregon University offers more than 40 excellent Undergraduate Programs including several pre-professional programs, as well as 10 Graduate Programs to more than 5,700 students. Approximately 350 full-time degree program and the Intensive English Program (IEP) international students representing 21 different countries study on the WOU campus. Campus Slide Show
WOU welcomes international students and scholars, and the richness in diversity that they bring to our campus. We have students from all parts of the world, from Africa, Asia, Europe, South and North America. International students enjoy studying here because they feel comfortable with the friendly hometown atmosphere, the ease of getting involved in campus life, the welcome feeling from the local community, and the closeness of nearby attractions.
Our campus is in Monmouth, Oregon, a quiet and safe town of about 8,000 people located just 16 miles from Oregon’s state capital, Salem. Monmouth is within an hour by car from the beautiful Oregon Coast, the breathtaking Cascade Mountains, and the exciting city life of Portland.
The International Students and Scholars Affairs Office is the headquarter for all on campus international student and scholar activities and is responsible for all international student and scholar applications, admissions, and visa forms issuing at WOU. The International Students and Scholars Affairs Office also conducts international programming and exchanges between WOU and international institutions, and coordinates various international cultural and training programs both at WOU and in other countries. International Office Mission Statement
We invite you to visit our campus and our office to meet with our staff and current international students. Or to browse our Web site to find the answers of many frequently asked questions. International Office Photos
Resources
International Office strategic Plan
International Office Newsletter
International Office Annual Report
Newspaper Report
Oregon University System (OUS) Enrollment Report
Thank you for your interest in WOU and we look forward to meeting you soon.
Please contact our office if you have any questions (see below)