PARENTS & FAMILY

Welcome to the Raider family!

We know applying for college can seem overwhelming, but SOU is here to guide you every step of the way. From tours to applications and deposits to enrollment, our faculty and staff are here to make your student’s college transition smooth.

We also understand how important support from parents and families is for a successful college application and admission process. It’s vital to be in the know and have resources at your fingertips. Together, we can help your student find their passion and prepare for their future.

5 Quick Facts About SOU

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SOU is a four-year, public liberal arts university located on 175 acres in beautiful Ashland, Oregon.

SOU is on a quarter-term system. Each term is approximately ten weeks long with breaks in between.

SOU’s student body size stays at around 5,100 students with an average class size of 19.

We provide a comprehensive undergraduate experience with over 140 options for majors, minors, certificates, and microcredentials.

The primary mode of communication with SOU during the application process will be through student email. Some things, like acceptance or scholarship letters, may be sent through postal mail.

Information and Resources

Help your student navigate deadlines, requirements, and more with this list of resources.

Need-to-Know Admissions dates and deadlines
Sign up for campus visits and preview events
Take the SOU virtual tour
Connect with your student’s Admission Counselor
Review the costs of attendance
Figure out financial aid and the FAFSA
Search for scholarship opportunities
Find out more about campus housing
Learn about student health and wellness
Understand strategies for learning differences and disabilities
Get the scoop on student life and recreation
Keep up with campus safety
Explore the SOU bookstore
Support your admitted student

Need help or have more questions? Please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@sou.edu or 855.470.3377.

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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