Jackson/Josephine Pledge Program

Southern Oregon University – Pledge Program

Calling all Jackson/Josephine County High School Seniors: there’s a brand new program at Southern Oregon University just for you!

What is Jackson/Josephine Pledge?

It’s an educational pathway that helps students graduate in three years instead of four
Students receive individualized advising, coaching, mentoring, academic and student support from a Jackson/Josephine Pledge advisor
It provides a substantial tuition discount

Tuition Savings

Pledge Students

$110

per credit hour

Potential Savings

$2790

per academic year

Oregon Students

$172

per credit hour

*Based on tuition rates as follows: Pledge students = $110 per credit hour vs. In-state students = $172 per credit hour. Tuition totals are based on the full-time course load of 15 credits per term for 3 terms per year – Fall, Winter, and Spring.

How can I earn my degree in three years?

You can reduce your time to graduation by up to one full year depending on college coursework taken while in high school.

What degree programs are available?

Business Administration
Communication
Computer Science
Creative Writing
Criminal Justice
Economics
Elementary Education (not including licensure)
Emerging Media & Digital Arts (EMDA)
English
Health & Physical Education
History
International Studies
Mathematics
Outdoor Adventure Leadership
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology & Anthropology
Spanish Language & Culture

Who is eligible?

Graduates from a Jackson/Josephine County high school who are admitted to SOU and meet the minimum pledge program qualifications.

3.2 GPA or
3.0 GPA + combined^** SAT of 1125 or above (WL^† score of ≥25 and Math score of ≥490) or
3.0 GPA + composite ACT of 23 or above (Math and English sections of ≥20 each)

** Evidence-Based Reading & Writing + Math
† Writing & Language

Next Steps

Complete the inquiry form below with the required information.
Start your application here. Additional application materials will be required.

Please complete all required sections below to submit an inquiry for more information about the Jackson/Josephine County Pledge.

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Contact SOU Admissions

SOU Admissions Department
1250 Siskiyou Blvd.
Ashland, OR 97520
541.552.6411 (local)
855.470.3377 (toll-free)

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