SOU Affordability Options
Scholarships
SOU has many merit-based and need-based scholarship opportunities. You may be automatically considered for academic awards. All admitted students may access the Southern Oregon Scholarship Application (SOSA) to be matched to other scholarship options.
Financial Aid
Financial Aid packages may include scholarships, grants, loans, or work-study. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required, and opens on October 1st for the following academic year. Submit the FAFSA by March 15th for priority financial aid consideration.
WUE Tuition Rate
Residents of Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) states and territories automatically receive the WUE tuition rate when admitted to SOU – a savings of over $13,500 per academic year! Visit our WUE page for more details and a complete listing of participating states.
Estimated Annual Cost of Attendance
Undergraduate: Fall, Winter, and Spring Terms – 2026/2027
Oregon Resident (In-State)
Tuition*
$11,294.10
Fees^
$2,675.25
Room and Board†
From $18,137
TOTAL§
$32,106.35
Out-of-State
Tuition*
$32,265
Fees^
$2,675.25
Room and Board†
From $18,137
TOTAL§
$53,077.25
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)
Tuition*
$16,920
Fees^
$2,675.25
Room and Board†
From $18,137
TOTAL§
$37,732.25
* Tuition estimate based on full-time status of 15 credits per term for Fall, Winter, and Spring (45 credits per year) at $238.19 per credit hour for Oregon residents, $683 per credit hour for non-residents, and $357 per credit hour for WUE residents.
^ Includes mandatory building, incidental, health services, and student recreation center fees.
† Room & board based on Shasta Hall double-occupancy with a Red meal plan.
§ Does not include indirect costs such as books, supplies, transportation, or personal expenses.
Calculating Cost
The total cost of attendance depends on your credit load, housing and meal choices, the price of books and course supplies, and personal expenses. Our calculators will help you determine a more exact cost of attendance based on your specific situation.
* Tuition calculator does not include indirect expenses. To estimate total costs, use a net price calculator.
Contact SOU Admissions
SOU Office of Admissions
1250 Siskiyou Blvd.
Ashland, OR 97520
541.552.6411 (local)
855.470.3377 (toll-free)
541.552.8403 (fax)
admissions@sou.edu
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