Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
79.11%
SAT Average
1,339
ACT Range
27-32
Willamette University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 79.11%. This means approximately 791 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,525 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
79.11%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $48,268 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $48,268 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $62,112 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $23,663 | State avg: $18,521. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 21.80% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 41.11% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Willamette University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$48,268
Room and board
$15,490
Books and supplies
$933
Other expenses
$2,810
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$62,112
Average net price
$23,663
Average aid coverage
62%
$38,449 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Willamette University pays approximately $23,663 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Oregon average of $18,521 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Willamette University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Oregon and national averages.
Willamette University net price
$23,663
Oregon average
$18,521
National average
$17,506
Willamette University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $48,268 and average net price at $23,663. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$48,268
Current net price
$23,663
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
72.73%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$56,911
Undergraduates
1,525
10-Year Median Earnings - Willamette University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Willamette University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Willamette University?
Undergraduates
1,525
Completion rate
72.73%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
21.80%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
41.11%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 21.80% of Willamette University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 41.11% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Willamette University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Willamette University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Willamette University lists Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Willamette University is listed at 900 State St, Salem, OR 97301. Accreditor: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compare Schools
Compare Willamette University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willamette University | 79.11% | $48,268 | $23,663 | $56,911 |
| Oregon Health & Science University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $101,028 |
| University of Portland | 95.39% | $54,900 | $36,371 | $82,804 |
| Linfield University | 87.93% | $49,530 | $27,341 | $78,638 |
| Oregon Institute of Technology | 91.67% | $35,592 | $16,391 | $72,273 |
Similar Schools in Salem
This local cluster focuses on nearby Salem schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Salem.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willamette University's acceptance rate?
Willamette University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 79.11%.
How much is Willamette University tuition?
Willamette University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $48,268.
What is Willamette University's average net price?
Willamette University's average net price in the local dataset is $23,663.
What does Willamette University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $14,603 for Willamette University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Willamette University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $56,911 for Willamette University.
Is Willamette University accredited?
Willamette University's accreditor in the local dataset is Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
How many students attend Willamette University?
The local dataset lists 1,525 undergraduate students at Willamette University.
What percentage of Willamette University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Willamette University in the local dataset is 21.80%.
What is the federal loan rate at Willamette University?
The federal loan rate for Willamette University in the local dataset is 41.11%.
Where should I verify Willamette University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Willamette University or the latest official federal education data.