Established in 1926, Southern Oregon University is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Ashland (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Oregon. This institution also has a branch campus in Medford. Officially accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, Southern Oregon University (SOU) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Southern Oregon University (SOU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 94 years old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SOU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
