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AdministrationNewsEventsArtsSportsAlumniGive Search Why SOU?Current StudentsMaster’sAcademicsFinancial AidAdmissionsVisitRequest InfoApply MenuMenu be_ixf; php_sdk; php_sdk_1.4.18 18 ms iy_2022; im_05; id_14; ih_15; imh_52; i_epoch:1652568741377 ixf-compiler; ixf-compiler_1.0.0.0 py_2022; pm_05; pd_03; ph_23; pmh_25; p_epoch:1651645526334 link-block-publisher; link-block-publisher_link-block-publisher; bodystr pn_tstr:Tue May 03 23:25:26 PST 2022; pn_epoch:1651645526334 0 ms be_ixf; php_sdk; php_sdk_1.4.18 https://sou.edu/ https://sou.edu/EXPERIENCE SOU VIRTUALLYJoin live presentations, meet with admissions counselors, take a virtual tour.VIRTUAL VISITSVIRTUAL CAMPUS TOURWelcome Richard J. Bailey, SOU’s New President!Richard J. Bailey, Jr., Ph.D., was appointed president of SOU following an extensive national search and a unanimous vote by the SOU Board of Trustees. Bailey’s presidency at SOU began Jan. 15.WATCH VIDEO MESSAGE FROM RICK BAILEYReturn to Learn at SOU!You juggle many roles – employee, manager, parent, caregiver, community volunteer, family provider. SOU can help you obtain that education that you have always wanted, too. You don’t have to quit your job to finish your degree, earn a credential, or polish up your resume by learning new skills. At SOU, 44% of our admitted students are age 25 or over. Here, you’ll recognize others balancing multiple roles and bringing a real-life experience to the classroom.SEE ADULT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIESAshland and the Rogue ValleySelected as a top 10 finalist in Outside magazine’s search for the “Best Town in America”, the vibrant and welcoming City of Ashland dazzles as a culturally rich mecca for tourism, entertainment, entrepreneurship, and breathtaking outdoor experiences. Our beautiful location provides ready access to an array of resplendent natural wonders, including Mt. Ashland, the Rogue River, and Crater Lake National Park. Ashland is a small city with big connections — and that’s why our graduates are so successful.ABOUT ASHLANDSouthern Oregon UniversitySOU provides career-focused, comprehensive educational experiences to over 5,000 students. Along with an emphasis on student success and intellectual growth, SOU is committed to diversity, inclusion and sustainability. Theoretical and experiential learning programs provide quality, innovative experiences for students. At SOU, students build strong community connections through internships, mentorships, field studies, capstone projects, volunteer opportunities and civic engagement.ABOUT SOUEquity, Diversity and InclusionSouthern Oregon University is committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive campus for all students, faculty, and staff. Guided by our Strategic Plan, our ultimate goal is to replace structural and systemic barriers, establish supportive pathways and prepare all learners to feel valued and respected as individuals regardless of background, identity, and position. To learn more about our efforts and campus initiatives, visit the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) website.VISIT EDISOU Online ProgramsSouthern Oregon University offers online courses from a number of academic programs.SEE ONLINE PROGRAMSSOU by the Numbers19/1student /faculty ratio574total newfreshmen373total newtransfer175campus sizein acres40major degree options4895totalenrollment308# of students fromNative Nations46# of states students are from(including Am. Samoa & Guam)174# of studentswho are veteransAPPLYVISIT CAMPUSFINANCIAL AIDREQUEST INFOWhat SOU Students are SayingI chose Southern Oregon University because I had a great experience during their Preview Weekend. It was then that I fell in love with the university and I knew that I was home.Brenda LedezmaPsychology – 2022When looking for colleges to attend, I found it difficult to find a school that could give me both the outdoor education I wanted along with the requirements for my major area of study. When I found SOU, it was like everything fell into place.Mel HanbyCommunication Studies – 2022One of the main deciding factors in choosing to enroll at SOU would be the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE). This scholarship gives Westerly state residents like Hawai’i an opportunity to venture out to other western state schools with cheaper tuition rates.Melissa BantilanPre-Nursing and Health & Physical Education – 2018I am an outdoorsy person. I like walking around Lithia Park, hiking the local trails, shredding the slopes on Mt. Ashland, and exploring new places. I also enjoy strolling through downtown Ashland and going into the wide range of shops.Erika DetrickEnvironmental Science & Policy – 2018PreviousNextRequest More InformationReceive personalized information about Southern Oregon UniversityINQUIREReady to be an SOU Student?Start your online application now!APPLY TO SOUCOVID-19 FAQ & RESOURCES#1 College for K-12 Education Programs - schools.comDesignated Tree Campus - Arbor Day Foundation, 1st Certified Bee Campus in the Nation#1 Pollinator Friendly Campus in the Nation - Sierra MagazineRanked 6 years Queer Friendly - Campus PrideBest Online Degrees - Early Childhood Education DegreesSilver-Certified Bike Friendly University - League of American BicyclistsOne of the Best Hiking Colleges in America - Backpacker Magazine3rd Most Affordable Online Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education - Best Education Degrees, Great Value CollegesHonorable Mention - Nature Climate Leadership Award SummitOne of the Best Disability Friendly Colleges & Universities - College ChoiceAmong Most Environmentally Responsible Colleges in US & Canada - Princeton ReviewNew Student Recreation Center & Lithia Motors Pavilion - LEED CertifiedExcellence and Innovation Award for Sustainability and Sustainable Development2019 American Association of State Colleges and Universities Award WinnerAmerican Association of State Colleges has selected SOU to be part of the Re-Imagining the First Year of College projectCONTACT US REQUEST INFOVIRTUAL TOURSEARCH SOUCampusNewsEventsCampus MapBookstoreSOU HousingResourcesRaider Student ServicesAcademic CalendarClass ScheduleHannon LibraryCareersTools Inside SOUMoodleSISWebSOU EmailTechnical Support Questions? 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