Academics

A Place for the Curious

We're a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) meaning we're one of the top 38 public research universities in the nation. We're one of two AAU members in the Pacific Northwest, and the only one in Oregon.

Ducks dive into research to find answers to some of humanity's biggest questions. We’re using big data to save and improve lives, striving to predict earthquakes and tackle society's challenges. We’re combining expertise across disciplines in math, biology, and genomics with biomedical data science and precision medicine to fight cancer. We’re coming together to define science and research education for the 21st century, shaping future generations of scientists, innovators, and entrepreneurs who are ready to serve Oregon, the nation, and the world.

A head start on discovery

Innovation is our favorite UO tradition. That's why we have the annual Undergraduate Research Symposium—to highlight the outstanding original research, creative work, and community-based projects our undergraduates produce. Whether you’re interested in Latin American street art as political protest or focused ion beam scanning electron microscopes, the Undergraduate Research Symposium is the place to present, discover, and collaborate.

Photo above: Students in the Deku Lab at the Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact focus on research that may impact vision restoration, epilepsy, paralysis, and other health conditions.

Research   Undergraduate Research Symposium

Tier 1
National Public Research University
74%
of students are engaged in research activity
Two students working with a machine in the Knight Campus bioengineering lab.

Science Advancing Society

At the Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, teams of scientists, researchers, and students are creating new opportunities in fields such as bioengineering. They’re blurring lines between disciplines, pursuing discovery, and developing medical devices and therapies. They strive to deploy new products, innovations, and cures to improve people’s lives. The 170,000-square-foot first building is home to researchers tackling challenges such as spinal injuries, macular degeneration, pain management, and more.

Photo: In the Ong Lab, Will Skinner conducts research that focuses on regenerative medicine for orthopedic care.

Knight Campus

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It's Your Move
Majors, Minors, and Programs

Find a Major

Schools and Colleges

Our seven undergraduate schools and colleges offer more than 300 programs.
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Computer and Data Science

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Global Studies and Languages

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Humanities

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Natural Sciences

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Social Sciences

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Charles H. Lundquist College of Business

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College of Design

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College of Education

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School of Journalism and Communications

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School of Music and Dance

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Robert D. Clark Honors College

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Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health

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Top Scholars

Our community of high-achieving students is relentlessly pursuing knowledge and applying new ideas to real-world issues.

Top Scholar Opportunities

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STEM at the UO

If you’re interested in the sciences, technology, engineering, and mathematics, join a cohort that asks questions—and finds answers.

STEM Opportunities

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Choose your Venture

For those who aspire to a career in enterprise, you’ll learn by doing and be connected with our network of innovative alumni.

Venture Opportunities

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Global Perspectives

Learn more about yourself by learning new languages and embracing cultures around the world.

Global Perspective Opportunities

 
 

Study Abroad

Wine marketing in Siena. Marine biology in Panama. Urban design in Barcelona. We provide you with unparalleled access to life-changing programs around the world with some options available the summer before your freshman year. So where do you want to go? What do you want to do? We’ll help you get out there and do it.

Photo: The Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic. The UO offers an exchange program with Charles University.

Global Education Oregon

$250K
Total scholarship funds awarded for study abroad each year
29%
of undergraduates study abroad
 
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Study Abroad

Wine marketing in Siena. Marine biology in Panama. Urban design in Barcelona. We provide you with unparalleled access to life-changing programs around the world with some options available the summer before your freshman year. So where do you want to go? What do you want to do? We’ll help you get out there and do it.

Photo: Olympic Park, Seoul, South Korea. The UO offers an exchange program with Seoul National University.

Global Education Oregon

$250K
Total scholarship funds awarded for study abroad each year
29%
of undergraduates study abroad

Why UO

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