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Top Majors
| Major | Graduates | Earnings (4yr) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 25 | $94,403 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 16 | $63,726 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 11 | $84,855 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | 10 | $40,876 |
| Psychology, General | 10 | $44,498 |
| Biology, General | 9 | $42,163 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness | 8 | $47,101 |
| Public Health | 6 | $50,070 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | 6 | $63,162 |
| Natural Resources Management and Policy | 5 | $40,257 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | 5 | $59,456 |
| Chemical Engineering | 4 | $79,686 |
| Civil Engineering | 4 | $79,707 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering | 4 | $96,536 |
| Marketing | 4 | $63,235 |
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8 required essays
This section can be used for various purposes, and gives you an optional opportunity for discussing any of the following.
•You need to share any other information with us about yourself that is not provided elsewhere, or UO admissions staff told you to provide certain information in this space
Please tell us about a specific enthusiasm that showcases your curiosity and intellectual engagement with the world. Your chosen enthusiasm or passion can be from any domain—academic, artistic, scientific, cultural, or any other area that has captivated your interest. Be thoughtful and provide concrete examples to support your response.
You are required to submit a Portfolio to be considered for admission to Architecture or Interior Architecture. Describe what you want us to see as important in each of your submitted creative works or the submissions as a whole. How is this work meaningful to you and why should it be meaningful to someone else?
Why have you decided to study this design program? Please expand on relevant experiences and motivations that have shaped your desire to apply to the major.
As you‘ve looked into what it will be like to attend Oregon, you‘ve hopefully learned about what makes Ducks unique. No two are alike, though, so tell us what makes you who you are, and how that connects to our campus community. We are interested in your thoughts and experiences recognizing difference and supporting equity and inclusion, and choosing one of the two following options will guide you in sharing those thoughts. You can learn more about equity and inclusion at Oregon by visiting here. 250-500 words - choose one of the topics below:
Describe an experience with discrimination, whether it was fighting against discrimination or recognizing your contribution to discriminating against a person or group. What did you learn from the experience? In what ways will you bring those lessons to the University of Oregon?
The University of Oregon values difference, and we take pride in our diverse community. Please explain how you will share your experiences, values and interests with our community. In what ways can you imagine offering your support to others?
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Last updated January 2026.
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