About Southern Oregon University - Ashland
Southern Oregon University is a public university in Ashland, Oregon, in the Rogue Valley of southern Oregon. It serves students through its main campus in Ashland and offers a range of undergraduate and graduate study options. The university is part of Oregon's public higher education system.
SOU offers programs across the arts and sciences, business, education, health-related fields, and other professional areas. It is known for a broad liberal arts foundation, experiential learning, and connections to the surrounding region. The university also has a long-standing reputation for theater and the performing arts.
- Public university serving students in Ashland, Oregon
- Regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
- Broad academic offerings across liberal arts and professional fields
- Transfer and exam credit are evaluated through established university policies
- Known for the arts and experiential learning opportunities