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79%
Open Admissions
74%
Graduation
About Willamette University
Willamette University is a private, non-profit four-year institution located in Salem, Oregon. With an enrollment of approximately 1,525 undergraduate students, it is a small institution. With an acceptance rate of 79%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate stands at a strong 74%. Graduates earn a median salary of $56,911 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $23,663 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
79%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
74%
Enrollment
1,525
Total students
Median Earnings
$56,911
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$48,268
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$48,268
Per year
Average Net Price
$23,663
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
27 – 32
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
590
75th
700
200800
ACT Composite
25th
27
75th
32
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$48,268/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$23,663/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$94,652
10-Year Earnings
$569,110
ROI Multiple
6.0×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Willamette University
Student Outcomes
74%
Graduation Rate
Above national average
$57k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
1,525
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
