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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.

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Continuing and Professional Education

Academic Programs

Online Degree Programs

The following programs are always offered 100% online.

Graduate Degrees
Master of Business Administration (MBA Online Programs)
Concentrations: General, Accounting, Business Analytics, Marketing, Finance, Healthcare Administration, Information Analysis & Decision Making

Master of Science in Education (MSEd Online Programs)
Concentrations: Concentrations: Adult Education, Adult Education ESL, Curriculum and Instruction, Curriculum and Instruction in STEM Education, Leadership in Early Childhood Education, Leadership in Higher Education, Public Health Education, Reading and Literacy
Undergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business, BAS

Business Administration, BA/BS
This online degree is available as an Accounting or Management concentration.

Criminal Justice, BA/BS

Early Childhood Development, BA/BS

Innovation and Leadership, BS
Minor Degrees
Communication Studies Minor
Certificate Programs
Certificate in Business Information Systems (CBIS)

Certificate in Nonprofit Management (CNPM)

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Accounting

Reading Intervention Endorsement

LEARN MORE ABOUT ONLINE DEGREES

Master’s Degrees

Business Program
Master of Business Administration (Evening Programs), MBA
Concentrations: Finance, Accounting, Information Analysis and Decision Making, Business Analytics, Marketing, Human Resources, Nonprofit Management
*This degree program offers a 100% online option.

Master of Business Administration (Arts Management Concentration – Evening Program), MBA

Masters of Business Administration (Online Programs), MBA
Concentrations: General, Accounting, Business Analytics, Marketing, Finance,
Healthcare Administration
Education Program
Master of Arts in Teaching, MAT

Master of Science in Education, MSEd
This degree program offers a 100% online option.

Master of Science in Education (Online Programs), MSEd
Concentrations: Adult Education, Adult Education ESL, Curriculum and Instruction, Curriculum and Instruction in STEM Education, Leadership in Early Childhood Education, Leadership in Higher Education, Public Health Education, Reading and Literacy, Reading and Literacy with Reading Endorsement

Bachelor’s Degrees

Business Program
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business, BAS
This degree program offers a 100% online option.
Accounting and Management concentrations also available online.

Business Administration, BA/BS
Concentrations: Accounting (Public or Management, 100% online option), Tourism Management, Management (100% online option), Marketing

Innovation and Leadership, BS
Continuing Education Program
This degree program offers online and evening options.
Education Program
Early Childhood Development, BA/BS
This degree program offers a 100% online option.
Psychology Program
Psychology, BA/BS
SOU Healthcare Administration Program
Healthcare Administration
Concentrations: Community Public Health, Data Analytics, Personnel Management

Certificate Programs

Business Program
Certificate in Business Information Systems (CBIS)
This certificate program offers a 100% online option.

Certificate in Management of Human Resources (CMHR))
The CMHR is an interdisciplinary program offered by the Business, Communication, and Psychology Programs.

Certificate in Nonprofit Management (CNPM)
This certificate program offers a 100% online option.

Certificate in Wine Business (CWB)

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Accounting
This certificate program offers a 100% online option.
Computer Science Program
Certificate in Cybersecurity

Micro-Credentials & Non-degree Pathways

Business Program
Foundations of Sustainability and Tourism
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Project Management
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Communication Program
Broadcast News Production
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Comic Studies
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Design Thinking and Lean Entrepreneurship
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Film Business and Management
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Global Communication
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Health and Crisis Communication
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Multimedia Journalism
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Persuasive Communication
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Social Media Strategy
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Visual Storytelling
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Computer Science Program
Digital Security
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Network Technology
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Digital Cinema Program
Cinema Production Technology
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Set Skills for Cinema Production
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Story Development for Screenwriting
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Economics Program
Values-Based Leadership
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Education Program
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Offered as an Endorsement Program

Facilitating Adult Learning
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Post-Baccalaureate/Graduate Level

Foundations of School Mental and Behavioral Health
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Leadership in Early Childhood Education
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Post-Baccalaureate/Graduate Level

Leadership in Higher Education
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Post-Baccalaureate/Graduate Level

Public Health Education
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Post-Baccalaureate/Graduate Level

Social Emotional Learning
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

STEM Education (Graduate)
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Post-Baccalaureate/Graduate Level

STEM Education (Undergraduate)
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Supporting Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Adult Learners
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Post-Baccalaureate/Graduate Level
English Program
Foundations of Professional Writing
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Environmental Science & Policy Program
Community Planning
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Environmental Research & Data Analysis
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Sustainable Food Systems
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
GSWS Program
EDI: Gender, Indigeneity, & Sexuality
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Innovation & Leadership Program
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Music Program
Contemporary Music Education
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Music Education Pedagogy
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential
Sociology and Anthropology Program
Data Visualization
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Social Research – Quantitative Data Analysis
Offered as an Academic Micro-Credential

Student Support & Resources

Veterans at SOU

SOU is proud to provide cutting edge services to our Veterans-Military students and their families. The transition into campus begins with a phone call, email or visit to our Veterans Resource Center. There you can learn more about SOU, have a coffee, talk with the Coordinator, and begin to take the next steps toward your personal and professional goals. The Veterans Resource Center in Stevenson Union provides a space for networking and connection, computer stations, tutoring resources (by appointment), and a place for you to relax with your peers. For questions related to your SOU transition please contact Kevin Stevens, at stevensk3@sou.edu or call 541.552.7102 .

SEE SOU VETERANS RESOURCES

SOU Student Housing and Apartments Southern Oregon University

Student-Led Organizations

Two of SOU’s newest groups, the Student-Parent Organization and the Non-traditional Students Association provide networks of support for adult learners. Find out more about these and other student organizations at SOU Connect.

SOU Housing

Family Housing offers options for students who want an off-campus experience, while still being close to campus.

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Returning to SOU?

Students returning to SOU after an absence of one year or more just need to complete the Returning Student form. That’s it! It’s that easy to come back!

RETURNING STUDENTS

Transferring to SOU?

If you have at least 36 quarter credits (24 semester credits) from an accredited college or university and a minimum 2.25 GPA, you are a transfer student. Learn more about the transfer process, articulation (partner) agreements with community colleges, transferring with military credit, or to look up specific transfer courses.

TRANSFER STUDENTS

First time college student?

Adult students who apply to SOU for the first time should Submit an Application to Southern Oregon University. SAT or ACT scores may not be required. Contact the Office of Admissions at 541.552.6411 or admissions@sou.edu to find out about the test score requirement.

APPLY TO SOU

Non Degree Seeking?

Already have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution or wish to take courses for personal enrichment? Apply to SOU as a non-degree seeking student.

APPLY NOW

Ready to Apply at SOU?

Application Deadlines

Fall: September 6; Winter: December 12; Spring: March 3; Summer: May 23

Application for New SOU Students

Step 1. Apply to SOU

APPLY TO SOU

Complete the application online and submit the $60 application fee Submit official college transcripts. Some programs require a separate application in addition to the admissions application.

Step 2. Submit Official College Transcripts

Some programs require a separate application in addition to the admissions application.

To find program details, see degree SOU’s listings.

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What’s Next?

Once we’ve received all required documents, you can expect an admission decision within 2-3 weeks. You may login again to check your status, or contact the Office of Admissions at 541.552.6411 or admissions@sou.edu .

Costs

Total tuition and fee costs depend on credit load, room and board, books and supply expenses, and personal spending habits. To find out more about the estimated cost of attendance or to use our online tuition calculator, check out the Cost of Attendance page here. Learn more about Grants, Loans, Work-Study, Scholarships, Summer Aid, and Veteran Aid, by visiting SOU Financial Aid website.

Visit Us!

Stop by the Office of Admissions on the SOU Ashland campus and we’ll answer your questions about returning to school!

TAKE THE VIRTUAL CAMPUS TOUR

VISIT SOU CAMPUS

Affordability Options

Tuition & Fees, Grants, Loans, and Scholarships for Enrolled SOU Students

SEE FINANCIAL AID OPTIONS

Adult Learning at SOU

Frequently Asked Questions

What resources are available?

Our adult student specialists will help you find the programs and resources designed for you as a working professional.

There’s too much information. Where do I begin?

The first step is to ask us! We really want to help you make this investment in yourself, and once you have a few answers, you’ll quickly begin to know what other questions to ask, and who to ask for the answers.

I work full time. How do I find the time to complete my degree?

Our online and evening classroom degree programs offer flexible scheduling that will allow you opportunities to take courses in the evening on weekends, or in small chunks of time throughout your busy schedule.

Is this the right time for me to go back to college?

If you are reading this page, the answer is probably yes. We will work with you to find a program that fits your needs and will help you reach your goals.

I went to school 20 years ago. Have my credits expired? How much further do I need to go to finish my degree?

College credits do not expire. You may be pleasantly surprised at how close you already are to reaching your goal!

I don’t want to go into debt.

There are financial resources to help you, so inquire at SOU’s Financial Aid website. Ask your employer if they have tuition reimbursement. Take a look at the return on your investment if you complete your degree – will you have the opportunity to increase your salary?

I don’t know where to go or what questions to ask.

We’re here to help with that. Contact Miranda Stiles at stilesm1@sou.edu to find out what it would take to complete your degree.

I am not sure I can do it.

Yes, you can! The first step is just finding out the information. Take it one step at a time.

Who do I talk to?

Contact the SOU Office of Admissions
1250 Siskiyou Blvd.
Ashland OR 97520
541.552.6611
stilesm1@sou.edu

For the Education program, email: rapetk1@sou.edu

Contact Adult Learning at SOU

SOU Office of Admissions
1250 Siskiyou Blvd
Ashland OR 97520
541.552.6611
stilesm1@sou.edu