The UO for Parents

A Degree of Difference

A college degree represents hard work that will pay big dividends for you and your student, and the University of Oregon offers an excellent education at a reasonable price. With 271 comprehensive academic programs to choose from, there’s a career path for everyone.

Explore our site and contact us with questions. Come to campus and enjoy the UO’s beauty and Eugene’s quirky charm. You’ll discover that the bottom line at the University of Oregon is a quality education.

You, your student, and the UO

The UO provides resources and information for families as they explore the college admissions decision-making process.

President Richard Lariviere talks to parents about the University of Oregon
Read about some University of Oregon Points of Pride
Get involved and stay informed with information about parent and family resources from the Office of Student Life
Schedule a campus visit and learn your way around
Find the UO admissions counselor assigned to your recruiting territory
See if your student qualifies for in-state residency
Explore Eugene while getting to know the UO campus
Give your student savvy advice about money management
We've got answers to several frequently asked questions
Our parents’ guide offers tips on creating a good transition

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Parent to Parent

Of course it’s not easy saying goodbye to your kids, but the pangs of parting from these young adults are lessened by the knowledge that you’re sending them off for an amazing educational experience. Take it from these Duck parents: the UO offers academic excellence in a vibrant Northwest college town setting.

	The Jones Family Menlo Park, California A transition for the entire family.
	The Geist Family New York City area A son's cross-country relocation.
	The Hill Family Danville, California A daughter in good hands at the UO.
	The McGlensey Family Fullerton, California One Duckling spreads her wings.
	The Paisley Family Kamuela, Hawaii Joining an active student body.

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Counselors are available from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday though Friday. Please allow popups. Note that we cannot discuss your admissions status via live chat. If you would like to check your admissions status, log on to the DuckWeb system or call us at (800) BE-A-DUCK.