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Willamette University

Salem, OR·Private·~77% acceptance

Willamette University is a private university based in Salem, OR. Admissions are accessible, with about 77% of applicants accepted. Students pay an average net price of about $25,121 per year after financial aid. About 72% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $56,911 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$25,121/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $67,501
Aid cuts ~$42,380/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
Nov 1
EA
Nov 1
RD
Apr 15

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Admissions
GPA range3.49–3.99
SAT (middle 50%)1240–1440
ACT (middle 50%)28–33
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
72%
graduation rate
87%
freshman retention
$38,932
median earnings, 6yr
$56,911
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Willamette University's acceptance rate?
Willamette University admits about 77% of applicants.
How much does Willamette University cost?
At Willamette University, the average net price after aid is about $25,121 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $67,501 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Willamette University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1240–1440 on the SAT and 28–33 on the ACT.
What are Willamette University's application deadlines?
Willamette University's deadlines are Early Decision around Nov 1, Early Action around Nov 1, Regular Decision around Apr 15. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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