Colleges in Eugene, Oregon
4 colleges and universities — federal Scorecard data.
There are 4 colleges and universities in Eugene, Oregon (2 Private nonprofit, 2 Public). The figures below are pulled from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard — the same federal dataset colleges are required to report to.
Across all 4 institutions, the median net price after grants and scholarships works out to about $21,195 per year, the median 6-year graduation rate is 53.9%, schools that report admissions data accept a median 80% of applicants.
The median net price in Eugene runs about $4,047 higher than the Oregon statewide median of $17,148.
Whether you're comparing in-state public tuition, looking for a private nonprofit with strong outcomes, or trying to find the right program in Eugene, the table below lets you sort every institution side-by-side on cost, admissions, graduation rate, and size.
Median net price
$21,195
After aid
Median grad rate
53.9%
6-year
Median admission rate
80%
Median enrollment
3,291
Undergrad
All colleges in Eugene
Sorted by enrollment.
| School | State | Type | Net price | Grad rate | Admission | Size | Data | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oregon Eugene, OR | OR | Public, 4-year | $22,182 | 71.7% | 88% | 20,497 | Complete | |
| Lane Community College Eugene, OR | OR | Public, 4-year | $9,123 | 20.4% | Not available | 6,064 | Partial | |
| Bushnell University Eugene, OR | OR | Private nonprofit, 4-year | $20,789 | 56.0% | 67% | 517 | Complete | |
| New Hope Christian College-Eugene Eugene, OR | OR | Private nonprofit, 4-year | $21,600 | 51.7% | 80% | 56 | Complete |
By institution type
Private nonprofit (2)
Private nonprofit colleges in Eugene are mission-driven institutions — often religiously affiliated or research-focused — that reinvest tuition into academics and aid rather than distributing profit.
- Bushnell UniversityNet price: $20,789Grad: 56.0%
- New Hope Christian College-EugeneNet price: $21,600Grad: 51.7%
Public (2)
Public colleges in Eugene are state- or locally-funded institutions that typically offer lower in-state tuition and serve a broad mix of residents and commuters.
- University of OregonNet price: $22,182Grad: 71.7%
- Lane Community CollegeNet price: $9,123Grad: 20.4%
Top programs in Eugene
Most-completed programs across Eugene colleges, weighted by enrollment.
- Social sciences13.9% of degrees
- Business13.6% of degrees
- Liberal arts13.0% of degrees
- Communication9.6% of degrees
- Psychology6.7% of degrees
- Biological sciences6.7% of degrees
- Visual & performing arts5.8% of degrees
- Interdisciplinary4.1% of degrees
Frequently asked questions about colleges in Eugene
Q.How many colleges are in Eugene, Oregon?
There are 4 colleges and universities in Eugene, Oregon that report to the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard — 2 Private nonprofit, 2 Public.
Q.What is the largest college in Eugene?
By undergraduate enrollment, University of Oregon is the largest institution in Eugene with roughly 20,497 undergraduates.
Q.What is the cheapest college in Eugene?
Based on average net price after aid, Lane Community College is the most affordable institution in Eugene at $9,123 per year.
Q.Which Eugene college has the highest graduation rate?
University of Oregon reports the highest 6-year graduation rate among Eugene institutions at 71.7%.
Q.What is the average tuition in Eugene?
The median net price across all 4 colleges in Eugene is $21,195 per year after grants and scholarships.
Q.What are the most popular college majors in Eugene?
Across Eugene colleges, the most-completed programs by share of degrees awarded are Social sciences, Business, Liberal arts.
Q.Are there community colleges in Eugene?
Yes — Eugene includes 2 public institutions, many of which offer 2-year associate degrees and transfer pathways to 4-year programs.
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Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS. Medians are computed across institutions in Eugene that report each metric. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with each institution.