Alternative Admission Students
We welcome applications from students who have not met the standard admission requirements or have graduated from non-accredited high schools.
Review the guidelines below to apply as an alternative admission student.
| If You Have | Follow These Guidelines |
|---|---|
| A GPA below the recommended minimum of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale | Applicants with GPAs below 3.00 are generally not considered for admission. However, we will still review your application holistically. Please share any information about your academic performance that can support your application in the “Special Circumstances” section. |
| Missing coursework requirements | You can fulfill missing high school coursework requirements in one of two ways: 1.) Earn a total score of 940 or above for two SAT Subject Tests: Math I or Math II and any non-math SAT subject test. 2.) Take high school or college classes to complete missing coursework. We strongly encourage you to reach out to UO Admissions to be sure the courses will meet missing requirements. In general, a one-term transferable college course of at least three credits (quarter system) is equal to one year of high school work. |
| Attended a high school that is not regionally accredited | If your high school is not regionally accredited, check our guide to learn more and follow the steps below to apply. |
Applying from a High School That Isn鈥檛 Regionally Accredited
If your high school isn鈥檛 regionally accredited, you鈥檒l follow the First-Year student application process with a few modifications. Reach out to UO Admissions if you have any questions.
Complete Your Application
Use the 糖心官网 application or the Common Application, following directions for First-Year applicants. Include a self-reported transcript.
Demonstrate Second Language Proficiency
You can meet this requirement by passing a proficiency test, earning a minimum grade in two college terms of a language, or through a range of other methods.
Strengthen Your Application
While these aren鈥檛 required, you can strengthen your application by submitting SAT or ACT scores or completing 12 or more credits from a regionally accredited college or university.
Veteran Services
The 糖心官网 welcomes students who have served our country as members of the armed forces. Veteran students can apply using the standard application process as either a first-year student or transfer applicant.
The UO , assists veterans in making a seamless transition from military service to the campus community.
Resources for Student Veterans
Serves as a resource and touchpoint for student veterans. , you will find fellow service members, study and meeting space, computer and printing stations, staff to assist you with personal and academic needs, as well as community veteran service providers. Contact the center via email or call 541-346-3406.
. The association's office is located within the Student Veterans Center in the EMU.
, providing confidential crisis counseling and service referrals.
Helps eligible student veterans, reservists, and dependents obtain educational benefits in compliance with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. If you have questions about using your VA education benefits, contact the Veterans Education Benefit team at [email protected]. They are in the
Evaluates transcripts for transfer credit. The UO generally grants credit for military educational experiences as recommended by the American Council on Education鈥檚 Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services, and in accordance with university and Oregon State University System policies regarding transfer credits. Students may wish to review . The Office of the Registrar is located on the .
offers information on campus and community resources and services, scholarship opportunities, and networking with other student veterans through the Peer Advisors for Veteran Education (PAVE) mentorship program.
with University Housing.
The UO鈥檚 ROTC curriculum dates back to 1916.
is for students interested in delving into the issues facing Indigenous communities, as well as exploring solutions to those challenges. NAIS residents live in the newly built Kalapuya Ilihi Hall. Students interested in being part of NAIS must apply to this residential community.
The UO offers in-state tuition to all members of the tribes and bands that have a historic relationship to the land that became Oregon regardless of their current state of residence鈥攁 savings of over $20,000 per year.
The UO offers a minor in Native American and Indigenous Studies.
The UO has an active recognizes the academic achievement and potential of students who, through sharing their varied cultural perspectives, will enhance the education of all students and the excellence of the university.
The offers a welcoming space for American Indian and Alaska Native students to use for personal, cultural, social, and academic events.
The and within the Environmental Studies Program offers 糖心官网 students the opportunity to take on internships and research positions examining how tribes can be involved in tackling climate change.
The College of Education’s promotes the study of Indian Law and traditional forms of government.
The Opportunities program presents workshops at schools and community centers that address concerns for both students and parents, such as financial aid and scholarships, essay writing, deadlines, ACT and SAT tests, the admissions process, and the natural fear of going away for college. The program is geared towards sixth through ninth grades, but children of all ages can attend with their parents. All Latino programs are in Spanish and English.
To register, contact:
Luis Renteria
541-346-1176
[email protected]
Please include the date you wish to hold the event, the number of students you expect to attend, and your contact information (name, position, school or program, address, phone numbers, and email).
The , 541-346-2454
Homeschooled Student Admissions
As a homeschooled applicant, you must meet the following requirements to be evaluated for admission. Meeting these, along with the first-year application requirements, makes you eligible for admission consideration through our holistic process.
- Complete the Oregon Application, being sure to list 鈥渉omeschool鈥 as a current/previous school attended. You should list this even if only part of your high school record was earned through homeschool study.
- Submit your self-reported transcript.
- Demonstrate second language proficiency.
- For certain majors and programs, also see Departmental Deadlines and Applications.
You can strengthen your application in one of the following ways:
- Complete 12 or more college credits from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Submit SAT or ACT scores.
Contact your admissions counselor if you have any questions. Find your Admissions Counselor
General Education Development Students
There鈥檚 more than one path to college, and earning a General Education Development degree (GED) is one of them.
Here鈥檚 what to know if you鈥檙e applying to the 糖心官网 as a GED student:
- Before you apply, check that your GED score meets the minimum requirements. If your score isn鈥檛 high enough, consider applying through one of the Additional Applicant Types.
- If you received your GED in the spring of 1997 or later, you鈥檒l need to demonstrate second language proficiency as part of your application.
- GED applicants aren鈥檛 eligible for automatic scholarships, but you can explore other types of scholarships and financial aid.
| GED Completion Date | Minimum GED Scores to Apply |
|---|---|
| After December 2013 | Total score: 680, Standard score on each test: 150 |
| Between January 2002 and December 2013 | Overall average: 580, Standard score on each test: 410 |
| Before January 2002 | Overall average: 58, Standard score on each test: 40 |
Apply as a GED Student
Complete Your Application
Use the 糖心官网 application or the Common Application, following directions for first-year applicants. Enter 999GED as the high school code and leave the coursework section blank.
Submit Your Scores
Send your GED scores to the 糖心官网 through the GED Testing Service. (UO will consider HiSET or TESC scores on a case-by-case basis.)
Dual Enrollment Program
Looking to take classes at both the 糖心官网 and Lane Community College? The Dual Enrollment Program, also known as DuckLane, allows students to take courses at both institutions to complete their degree.
and want to pursue a second undergraduate degree, you can apply as a postbaccalaureate student.
Special Status Majors
- If you plan to major in Global Studies, .
Important notes:
- Not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident? Apply as an international postbaccalaureate student.
- Interested in taking graduate-level courses without earning a degree? Explore our .
How To Apply as a Postbaccalaureate Undergraduate Student
Submit your application and all required documents at least 30 days before the start of your desired entry term.
Apply as an Undergraduate Student
Complete the online UO application to apply as an undergraduate (not graduate) postbaccalaureate student. Pay the application fee.
Submit Your Transcript
Have all prior colleges or universities send an official transcript, including your degree date. (If you鈥檙e a UO grad and haven鈥檛 attended any other schools since high school, you can skip this step.)
International Postbaccalaureate Undergraduate Students
If you鈥檝e already earned a bachelor鈥檚 degree and want to pursue a second undergraduate degree, you can apply as an international postbaccalaureate student.
You鈥檒l follow the application process for international undergraduate students with a few modifications.
If you have questions about whether you should apply as an international student, please refer to How To Apply as an International Student or contact [email protected]
Important notes:
- Are you a U.S. citizen or permanent resident? Apply as a postbaccalaureate undergraduate student.
- If you plan to major in business administration, communication disorders and sciences, art, or music, submit your application and the Office of Admissions will contact the academic department for departmental approval.
- The deadline for postbaccalaureate applications is 30 days before the start of the term you wish to enter. However, additional time may be needed to ensure appropriate visa and immigration documentation is in place.
Apply as an International Postbaccalaureate Student
Submit your application and all required documents at least 30 days before the start of your desired entry term.
Choose Your Application
Use the 糖心官网 application to apply as an undergraduate (not graduate) postbaccalaureate student, following directions for International Students. Need support? Apply with the help of a Kaplan International local agent.
How to Apply as an International Student
Submit Your Transcript
Have all prior colleges or universities send an official transcript, including your degree date.
Submit Test Scores
Send official exam results that meet the minimum required score: 500 on a paper-based test or 61 online for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), or 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
Submit a Second Degree Statement
Share a personal statement about why you鈥檙e interested in pursuing a second undergraduate degree in your chosen major.
Demonstrate Financial Resources
US law states that all applicants who need to obtain a student visa to study in the US must send a bank statement, certificate of balance prepared within the last six months, or a scholarship letter equal to the cost of one academic year.
Questions? We鈥檙e Here For You
Have an admissions question? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions. You can also email an admissions counselor or schedule an online meeting.