Yearly estimated expenses
Undergraduate (see below) | Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)
Graduate | International | Study abroad | Staff rates
Undergraduate student budget The regular academic year consists of three terms or quarters. The average estimated cost of education below is for undergraduate students for the 2009-2010 academic year (9 months). The tuition and fees estimates for undergraduate students are based on 15 credits per term. Actual tuition billing may vary based on number of credits taken, any associated course fees and the year you began enrollment at WOU for the Tuition Promise.
| 2009-2010 Academic Year - Undergraduate Student | |||
| Resident of Oregon | Non-Resident | ||
| Tuition & fees | $6,285 | Tuition & fees | $17,376 |
| Books & supplies | $1,125 | Books & supplies | $1,125 |
| Room & board | $8,208 | Room & board | $8,208 |
| Transportation/personal | $2,835 | Transportation/personal | $2,835 |
| Total | $18,453 | Total | $29,544 |
| Living with parents | |
| Tuition & fees | $6,285 |
| Books & supplies | $1,125 |
| Room & board | $1,761 |
| Transportation/personal | $2,835 |
| Total | $12,006 |
Graduate student budgetThe regular academic year consists of three terms or quarters. The average estimated cost of education below is for a full-time graduate student for the 2009-2010 academic year (9 months). The tuition and fees estimates for graduate students are based on 11 graduate credits per term. Actual tuition billing may vary based on number of credits taken and any associated course fees.
| 2009-2010 Academic Year - Graduate Student | |||
| Resident of Oregon | Non-Resident | ||
| Tuition & fees | $10,416 | Tuition & fees | $16,026 |
| Books & supplies | $1,125 | Books & supplies | $1,125 |
| Room & board | $8,208 | Room & board | $8,208 |
| Transportation/personal | $2,835 | Transportation/personal | $2,835 |
| Total | $22,584 | Total | $28,194 |
WUE (Western Undergraduate Exchange) budget The Western Undergraduate Exchange Program (WUE) offers students from participating western states the opportunity to enroll at a reduced tuition level, 150 percent of resident tuition plus fees. The 2009-2010 WUE Budget is listed below. The tuition and fees estimates for undergraduate students are based on 15 credits per term. Actual tuition billing may vary based on number of credits taken, any associated course fees and the year you began enrollment for the WOU Tuition Promise.
| 2009-2010 Academic Year | |
| Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) |
|
| Tuition & fees | $8,823 |
| Books & supplies | $1,125 |
| Room & board | $8,208 |
| Transportation/personal | $2,835 |
| Total | $20,991 |
To find out more visit the WUE Web page, prospective students may contact the Office of Admissions at 503-838-8211 or toll-free 1-877-877-1593.
International students
Other factors may influence the cost of attending Western Oregon University that international students need to consider. All international students should contact the International Students and Scholars Office for assistance with the application process and information concerning the cost of attending the university.
- List of tuition & fees and other costs for international students
- Contact information and home page for the Office of International Students & Scholars
Study abroad students
There are many times other factors which may influence the cost of study abroad through Western Oregon University that students need to consider. It is recommended that all students interested in pursuing study outside of the United States contact the Study Abroad Office for assistance with the application process.
- Contact information and home page for the Study Abroad Office
Staff rates information Staff members receiving these benefits must apply at the Human Resources Office of the OUS school where they are employed. Questions about eligibility for staff rate programs should be directed to the human resources office where the OUS employee works. Students receiving staff rates or transfer of staff rates should notify the Financial Aid Office at their institution of this benefit. Timely notification is necessary to avoid potential repayment situations due to a student receiving too much financial aid.
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