What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, in-state students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Southern Oregon University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | 4 MTH 251 | |
| Calculus BC | 3 | 8 MTH 251, 252 | |
| Biology | 3 | 8 BI 101, 102 | |
| Chemistry | 3 | 4 CH LDT Non-lab science | |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | 4 WR 121 | |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | 4 ENG 104 | |
| Psychology | 3 | 4 PSY 201 | |
| Statistics | 3 | 4 MTH LDT (will meet GEQR) |
Show all 37 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | 4 MTH 251 | |
| Calculus AB | 4 | 8 MTH 251, 252 | |
| Calculus BC | 3 | 8 MTH 251, 252 | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | 12 MTH 251, 252, 253 | |
| Biology | 3 | 8 BI 101, 102 | |
| Biology | 4 | 12 BI 101, 102, 103 | |
| Chemistry | 3 | 4 CH LDT Non-lab science | |
| Chemistry | 4 | 12 CH 221, 222, 223 | |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | 4 WR 121 | |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | 4 ENG 104 | |
| Psychology | 3 | 4 PSY 201 | |
| Statistics | 3 | 4 MTH LDT (will meet GEQR) | |
| Statistics | 4 | 4 MTH 243 | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | 4 CS 256 | |
| Computer Science A | 4 | 8 CS 256, 257 | |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | 4 EC 202 | |
| Microeconomics | 3 | 4 EC 201 | |
| World History: Modern | 3 | 8 HST 110, 111 | |
| Environmental Science | 3 | 4 ES 200 | |
| European History | 3 | 8 HST 110, 111 | |
| Human Geography | 3 | 4 SOAN 107 | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | 12 SPAN 101, 102, 103 | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 4 | 12 SPAN 201, 202, 203 | |
| Computer Science Principles | 3 | 4 CS LDT | |
| Art History | 3 | 8 ARTH 204, 206 | |
| Music Theory | 3 | 8 MUS 121, 122, 124, 125 | |
| Art 2D | 3 | 4 ART LDT | |
| Art 3D | 3 | 4 ART LDT | |
| Art Drawing | 3 | 4 ART LDT | |
| Chinese Language and Culture | 3 | 12 CHN 101, 102, 103 | |
| Chinese Language and Culture | 4 | 12 CHN 201, 202, 203 | |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 3 | 4 PS 110 | |
| French Language and Culture | 3 | 12 FR 101, 102, 103 | |
| French Language and Culture | 4 | 12 FR 201, 202, 203 | |
| German Language and Culture | 3 | 12 GL 101, 102, 103 | |
| German Language and Culture | 4 | 12 GL 201, 202, 203 | |
| Government: U.S | 3 | 4 PS 201 | |
| History: U.S | 3 | 8 HST 250, 251 | |
| Italian Language and Culture | 3 | 12 FL 101, 102, 103 | |
| Italian Language and Culture | 4 | 12 FL 201, 202, 203 | |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 3 | 12 JPN 101, 102, 103 | |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 4 | 12 JPN 201, 202, 203 | |
| Latin | 3 | 12 FL UDT | |
| Physics 1 + Physics 2 | 3 | 4 PH LDT Non-lab science | |
| Physics 1 + Physics 2 | 4 | 9 PH 201, 202, 203 | |
| Physics 1: Algebra-Based | 3 | 4 PH LDT Non-lab science | |
| Physics 1: Algebra-Based | 4 | 8 PH 201, 202, 199 | |
| Physics 2: Algebra-Based | 3 | 4 PH LDT Non-lab science | |
| Physics 2: Algebra-Based | 4 | 4 PH 203, 199 | |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 3 | 4 PH LDT Non-lab science | |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 | 4 PH 223 Non-lab science | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 3 | 4 PH LDT Non-lab science | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | 4 PH 221 Non-lab science | |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 3 | 4 SPAN 321 |
Source: sou.edu · checked September 19, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Psychology | 83 |
| Business Administration and Management | 65 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 44 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 38 |
| Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia | 38 |
| Education | 38 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 33 |
| Environmental Studies | 26 |
Show the other 26 majors
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 25 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | 22 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 20 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 16 |
| English Language and Literature | 16 |
| Art/Art Studies | 16 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 15 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | 14 |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 13 |
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production | 13 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 12 |
| Music | 12 |
| Chemistry | 9 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 9 |
| History | 9 |
| Creative Writing | 9 |
| Social Sciences | 9 |
| Political Science and Government | 7 |
| Mathematics | 5 |
| Sustainability Studies | 5 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 4 |
| Economics | 4 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 2 |
| Mathematics and Computer Science | 1 |
| Financial Mathematics | 1 |
| Women's Studies | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NAIA, Cascade Collegiate Conference
Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor), Wrestling
Women’s varsity · NAIA, Cascade Collegiate Conference
Basketball, Beach Volleyball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor), Volleyball, Wrestling
Faith groups
Cru, Hillel, Newman Connection
Also
Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), connection.newmanministry.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
Suburb, midsize
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Medford, OR
221,331 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Rogue Valley International/Medford (MFR)
Nearest hub airport
Portland International (PDX)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 13.2 of 20
Elevation
2,041 ft
Time zone
Pacific
January low
30°F
July high
88°F
Annual snowfall
0.5 in
Days at 90°F or higher
38 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,300 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
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- Oregon State University167 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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