Is University of Oregon worth it?
University of Oregon is a public, four-year institution in Eugene, Oregon (midsize city). It awarded 5,769 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business, research and experimental psychology and advertising.
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Federal context for University of Oregon
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Median earnings 1 year after
$36,302
Median earnings 4 years after
$62,174
Median earnings 10 years after
$61,324
Average net price
$22,182
Completion rate
72%
Completions (2024)
5,769
Years to pay back
1.4 years
Students (undergrad)
20,497
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | Bachelor's | $42,159 | $73,410 | 449 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | $46,897 | $83,543 | 352 |
| Social Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $38,147 | $57,532 | 344 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $31,398 | $50,810 | 284 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $71,036 | $106,412 | 195 |
| Law | First professional | $64,912 | $100,801 | 175 |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences | Bachelor's | $27,502 | $56,681 | 161 |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's | $36,022 | $62,408 | 161 |
| Economics | Bachelor's | $45,941 | $75,695 | 151 |
| Sociology | Bachelor's | $30,050 | $55,204 | 142 |
| Journalism | Bachelor's | $33,525 | $55,615 | 128 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $26,404 | $44,958 | 122 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's | $48,790 | $60,111 | 120 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | $30,200 | $49,770 | 109 |
| Human Services, General | Bachelor's | $35,678 | $53,559 | 97 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | 601 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology, Other | Bachelor's | 351 |
| Social Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 249 |
| Advertising | Bachelor's | 240 |
| Physiology, General | Bachelor's | 194 |
| Political Science and Government, General | Bachelor's | 192 |
| Law | Doctoral professional practice | 165 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 149 |
| Public Relations/Image Management | Bachelor's | 142 |
| Journalism | Bachelor's | 125 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 18% | 12,646 |
| Educational Services | 15% | 10,333 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 11% | 7,720 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 6,038 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 4,478 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 4,351 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 3,756 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 3,638 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Oregon. 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