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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
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Willamette University
Willamette University is a private liberal arts university located in Salem, Oregon. Founded in 1842, it is the oldest university in the western United States. The institution offers undergraduate programs in the liberal arts and sciences, as well as graduate programs through its College of Law and Atkinson Graduate School of Management. Willamette is known for its commitment to civic engagement, sustainability, and experiential learning, with a close-knit academic community and small class sizes.
Key Facts
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US News & World Report #24 · 2026Forbes #26 · 2026
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, approximately 60 acres, Salem, Oregon
SportyAcademicResidentialIntimate Community
3/10
Diversity
9/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
87% placement rate
Popular fields
Career Change and Early Career- Business Administration
Top Recruiters
AmazonGoogleMicrosoftDeloitteJPMorgan
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Student Life
2,500 students (200 international)
Campus: Urban, approximately 60 acres, Salem, Oregon
Location: Salem, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 75%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 75%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school