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About Our Institution<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Leadership<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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History<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Oregon’s Rural Institution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Eastern Oregon University was founded in 1929 as a teacher’s college and today serves as a center for education, culture, and scholarship in rural areas of Oregon. At EOU students receive personal attention from their professors while building strong relationships with peers and mentors.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Live, learn, and succeed at Oregon’s Rural University<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Officially designated Oregon\u2019s Rural University<\/strong>, EOU cultivates innovative partnerships with communities across the region to expand economic and educational opportunities for all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“Eastern Oregon University has an excellent Military\/Veterans Office – they really do care about students! I’ve been attending Eastern since January 2020, and it’s been an overwhelmingly positive experience for me. They will go the extra mile for you (if you put in the effort). For those of you who are Veterans and want to further your education, please consider EOU\u2026you won’t regret it.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

Kent\u00e9 Bates, U.S. Army
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Great Value & Access for All<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Tuition and fees average thousands less than other public and private institutions in our region. That\u2019s a big difference, resulting in significant savings for you. Hands-on learning and personal connection to the campus community engages students from every background while offering many scholarship opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Economist<\/strong> recently ranked EOU among the best value colleges in the Northwest for return-on-investment. More Detail on Cost<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Online Degrees at EOU<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Make your goals happen with a flexible, affordable online degree from Eastern Oregon University. We offer undergraduate and graduate degrees that combine personal attention with academic excellence. Featuring competitive tuition, expert faculty, and a supportive learning community, EOU has the program you\u2019re looking for. Get credit for your previous experience as you earn the right degree for career advancement and ongoing success. Start today. EOU Online<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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High Quality Programs<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Academic programs at Eastern Oregon University offer the opportunity to learn in a small classroom setting in beautiful rural Oregon. With four colleges, students can choose from more than 30 academic programs, including sciences, humanities, teaching, and business! EOU has small class sizes with dedicated faculty, whose focus is on student success. Visit eou.edu\/academics<\/a> for a complete list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

EOU is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)<\/a>. We receive specialized accreditation for our business programs through the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)<\/a>. Our teacher preparation programs are accredited through Oregon\u2019s Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

National Rankings & Recognition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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