A thriving liberal arts institution, University of Oregon encourages free thinking and the pursuit of fresh ideas. Founded in 1876 in the city of Eugene, the UO campus is a lush 295-acre arboretum of over 3,000 trees and home to over 23,000 students. As a top tier research institution, an outstanding education in the classroom and beyond awaits. Become a Duck and dive into a brighter future.
Your Student Counselor is your study abroad ambassador and supporter. They join your application journey when you’ve confirmed you’re interested in studying abroad. At this point, they guide you through each stage of the application, notify you of the documents you need, let you know when your admission results are in, and walk you through the next steps, including class enrollment and organizing pre-arrival tests.
Different to Korea, classes are participatory, and there were a lot of questions and discussions in the middle of the class. It was common for American students to ask questions at any time during class. Professors also offer time for students to visit, called office hour, so you can ask questions at any time.
University of Oregon SAF Alumni
Established in 1876, the University of Oregon has “intellectual curiosity every bit as vibrant as our trees”—and it truly is a vibrant, green, lush campus with a community that celebrates differences and lives exceptional experiences.
From the very beginning, community has been at the very heart of UO, bringing together winners and leaders from all walks of life to learn from each other to make the future brighter.
And UO made a bright future for its impressive alumni, which includes the founders of Nike, Oregon governors, US Senators and Representatives, thought leaders, actors, and unstoppable business minds who all discovered who they are on the university’s beautiful, tree-lined campus.
Learn more at University of Oregon's official website.
The University of Oregon has 300 undergraduate programs across 9 academic schools and colleges, and more than 80 graduate subject areas. So you have an abundance of inspiring educational opportunities to help you fulfill your academic goals. The University of Oregon runs on a quarter system, with an equally weighted summer schedule—putting you in control. One on one staff mentoring is also available to ensure you get the personal attention you need, even at an academic level. To improve your English language skills before progressing to the academic program, you work towards a TOEFL test, which you take in the penultimate week of the summer. Pass this and you are admitted to UO academic courses to study and learn alongside the other UO students.
Your program has seven levels, from ePrep (true beginner) to Level 6, designed for students interested in general English and academic English preparation. If you’re a new student, you take the 3-part ACCUPLACER test to determine your level. The test has three parts: Writing on a Prompt (30 minutes) ESL Listening Skills (20 questions, untimed) Non-timed ESL Sentence Meaning (20 questions, untimed) In your first 2 days of class, instructors check your proficiency and may move you up or down to give you the best experience. You may also be eligible to take electives in grammar, phonics and pronunciation, academic writing, and reading fluency. You can expect 18 classroom hours per week and up to an additional 6 elective hours in Grammar Phonics and Pronunciation Academic Writing Reading Fluency
From academics to visa requirements, our structured process helps you choose the right program and university for your goals. Complete a strong application, and prepare for success abroad.
Each student has unique academic goals for a study abroad experience. As you think about studying abroad, your SAF Counselor will help you plan for success and support you every step of the way.
Language Test Score Requirements
To prove your language proficiency, you can use any of the following:
TOEFL iBT: 51-60
*TOEFL MyBest score accepted)
IELTS: 5.0-5.5
*Computer Delivered IELTS accepted)
TOEFL PBT/ITP: 467-499
When studying abroad, you will want to consider the time of year and how long you are away. Most programs follow the host university's academic calendar.
The dates shown below are general estimates, and as you get closer to the start of the term, you will get more detailed information from SAF. If you have any questions, your Student Counsellor and Program Specialist are always here to support you and point you to the correct information.
The SAF program fee covers a shared accommodation on campus.
*Housing is subject to availability. For specific questions regarding housing please contact SAF.
Eugene is a great city for the arts and outdoors and home to the Nike sports brand. Cycling, hiking, and running up Spencer’s Butte, a local peak, and adventuring on the Willamette River define life in this friendly, sporty city of runners. There's a strong arts scene with a plethora of annual cultural events, including the Oregon Festival of Music and Asian Celebration, and Portland is a couple of hours away through vineyards, countryside, and pretty music and art towns.
Find out how to get involved in the Duck community for an unforgettable experience.
The process of studying abroad could quickly feel overwhelming, but we have been doing this for decades and do everything we can to support you through it.
Many SAF staff are alumni and have walked this path. They have real-life experience to draw on as they advise and support you through every step of our comprehensive services. They’re in your corner, taking care of all the details and explaining what you need to do next.
Take the first step in your study abroad journey by scheduling a consultation with your closest Student Counselor. You can discuss your for-credit academic courses and language programs and explore internships, research programs, and study tours. When you know what you want to do, we guide you through the pre-program steps, help you arrange your visa and transport, and finalize your accommodation or digital experience.
From academics to visa requirements, our structured process helps you choose the right program and university for your goals. Complete a strong application, and prepare for success abroad.
Each student has unique academic goals for a study abroad experience. As you think about studying abroad, your SAF Counselor will help you plan for success and support you every step of the way.
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Studying abroad is an unforgettable experience, one that stays with you in your career, your contacts, your future. It can define you. At any of our prestigious university partners, you can build personalized for-credit programs that can last up to a whole year.
