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Willamette University's campus boasts historic buildings and a vibrant campus life in Salem, Oregon. Take a virtual tour to experience its focus on the liberal arts, strong sense of community, and its scenic Pacific Northwest setting!
Willamette competes in NCAA Division III, providing a supportive environment that integrates competitive sports with rigorous academics and a focus on sustainability and civic engagement in Salem, Oregon.
West, Small city: Willamette University enjoys a classic campus in the heart of Salem, Oregon. Its historic buildings, scenic location, and strong commitment to the liberal arts create a close-knit and supportive learning environment. Students benefit from small classes, personalized attention, and proximity to Portland and the Oregon coast.
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At Willamette University, around 98% of students receive financial aid. Willamette offers generous scholarships and need-based grants.
Willamette fosters art within a unique Pacific Northwest setting. Imagine yourself showcasing your sculpture inspired by the landscapes of the Willamette Valley, attending a riveting contemporary dance performance in the Putnam University Center, or collaborating with environmental studies majors on a mixed-media art installation focusing on sustainability. Willamette encourages the arts as a means for self-expression and exploration of the region.
Willamette has a small Greek system with about 5 chapters. Approximately 15% of students participate, focusing on leadership development and community service.
Willamette University's Career Development office facilitates internships that complement its liberal arts curriculum and proximity to Oregon's state capital. The university offers strong internships in government, non-profit management, and environmental policy. Willamette also provides unique internships through its Atkinson Graduate School of Management, offering experiences in business and public administration.
Willamette offers a liberal arts focus with strong pre-professional tracks. Popular majors include Biology, Psychology, Economics, Politics, Exercise Science, Civic Communication & Media. The university offers various minors and encourages students to pursue collaborative research and study abroad. For a full list of academic programs, click the link below.
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Willamette University promotes undergraduate research through grants, faculty-student collaborations, and the Summer Science Research Program. Students work in various disciplines, present at conferences, and some publish their research. Willamette provides funding for research activities and travel costs.
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Willamette University is a small school with approximately 2,100 undergraduate students on campus.
Willamette University offers a vibrant campus life with numerous clubs and activities catering to diverse student interests. The university boasts over 100 student-run organizations, ranging from academic and professional societies to cultural groups, service organizations, and special interest clubs. Willamette's student government, known as the Associated Students of Willamette University (ASWU), plays an active role in organizing campus events and advocating for student interests. The university also hosts various annual traditions and events, such as the Wulapalooza music festival and the Lu'au celebration, fostering a strong sense of community among students.
Willamette has a predominantly White student body (around 70%), with smaller but notable populations of Hispanic/Latino, Asian, multiracial, and Black/African American students. Willamette University draws a national student body, with a concentration on the West Coast.
Willamette University offers on-campus housing with a focus on community living. They have a mix of traditional dorms, suites, and themed housing. They have a dining hall, a food court, and various cafe options spread across the campus.
Willamette offers a liberal arts focus with strong pre-professional tracks. Popular majors include Biology, Psychology, Economics, Politics, Exercise Science, Civic Communication & Media. The university offers various minors and encourages students to pursue collaborative research and study abroad. For a full list of academic programs, click the link below.
Willamette University offers the First-Gen Bearcats program, providing resources, mentorship, and support for first-generation students. The university also offers various need-based scholarships and grants.
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