Willamette University
Salem, OR · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1240 and 1440 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
Popular programs at Willamette University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Economics. | 40 | |
| 2 | Psychology, General. | 33 | |
| 3 | Biology, General. | 30 | |
| 4 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 28 | |
| 5 | Political Science and Government. | 24 | |
| 6 | Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | 23 | |
| 7 | Communication and Media Studies. | 19 | |
| 8 | History. | 18 | |
| 9 | English Language and Literature, General. | 17 | |
| 10 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 16 | |
| 11 | Sociology. | 15 | |
| 12 | Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | 14 | |
| 13 | Area Studies. | 11 | |
| 14 | Physics. | 11 | |
| 15 | Anthropology. | 11 | |
| 16 | Computer Science. | 10 | |
| 17 | Mathematics. | 9 | |
| 18 | Chemistry. | 9 | |
| 19 | International/Globalization Studies. | 8 | |
| 20 | Public Health. | 8 |
Showing top 20 of 33 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Willamette University?
Willamette University has an acceptance rate of 77% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Willamette University?
Admitted students at Willamette University typically score between 1240 and 1440 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Willamette University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Willamette University is approximately $25,121 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Willamette University?
4-year graduation rate data for Willamette University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
