Is Southern Oregon University worth it?
Southern Oregon University is a public, four-year institution in Ashland, Oregon (midsize suburb). It awarded 1,951 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in multi studies, business administration and management and education.
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Federal context for Southern Oregon University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$34,841
Median earnings 4 years after
$52,911
Median earnings 10 years after
$49,175
Average net price
$16,732
Completion rate
43%
Completions (2024)
1,951
Years to pay back
1.3 years
Students (undergrad)
2,751
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $48,074 | $65,171 | 112 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $31,627 | $48,217 | 95 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's | $54,244 | $60,530 | 85 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $41,136 | $53,584 | 82 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $40,553 | $59,008 | 57 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $69,812 | $76,336 | 55 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $30,422 | $49,511 | 53 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | Bachelor's | $20,668 | $38,487 | 49 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | Bachelor's | $17,228 | $43,044 | 43 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $35,222 | $57,299 | 35 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | $30,632 | $44,945 | 31 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | Bachelor's | $27,702 | $43,982 | 30 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $51,167 | $75,596 | 29 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | Master's | $54,251 | $69,359 | 27 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $33,930 | $63,008 | 23 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Post-bacc certificate | 866 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 99 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 83 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 65 |
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels | Post-bacc certificate | 61 |
| Education, General | Master's | 58 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | Bachelor's | 44 |
| Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia | Bachelor's | 38 |
| Education, General | Bachelor's | 38 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General | Bachelor's | 38 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 27% | 3,767 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 15% | 2,095 |
| Retail Trade | 10% | 1,351 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 8% | 1,084 |
| Public Administration | 7% | 971 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6% | 892 |
| Manufacturing | 4% | 631 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 569 |
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Sources: federal figures for Southern Oregon University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Oregon. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page