We are excited to announce that international students can now take the MBA Program at Southern Oregon University through a new partnership with Kings.
The Southern Oregon University Advantage
- Live on campus and enjoy close proximity to classes and exciting campus events
- Stunning 175-acre campus surrounded by amazing scenery
- Small class sizes and student to faculty ratio for personalized attention
- Access to a huge range of outstanding facilities
- Live and learn in the safe, progressive and student-friendly city of Ashland
Great location
- Campus location: Ashland, Oregon 16 kilometres north of California
- Ranked in Top 10 of "100 Best Small Art Towns in America"
- Home of the famous Oregon Shakespeare Festival
- Great place for outdoor adventures such as hiking, mountain biking and whitewater rafting
- Nearest airport: Medford, 26km away
Key facts
Southern Oregon University (SOU) is a contemporary, public liberal arts university which offers a varied range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs taught in Ashland, Oregon.
SOU has a reputation as a forward-thinking institution that values creativity, critical-thinking, practical skills, and both intellectual and personal growth.
Founded: 1926
Student population: 5,172
Location: Ashland, Oregon
Student/teacher ratio: 20/1
Average class size: Less than 20 students
International student population: 2%
Admission:
Full Admission Status
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or above either in overall GPA or in the last 90 quarter hours (60 semester hours) toward a baccalaureate degree (or toward a graduate degree program), or
- 2. 75 to less than 2.99 GPA with three years of work experience
Conditional Admission Status
- Less than 3.0 but at least 2.75 GPA with less than 3 years of work experience, or
- Less than 2.75 GPA with three years of work experience. Students admitted on a Conditional status must earn a B or better grade in the courses taken during the first term in the program in order to continue.
- English language: TOEFL iBT 76 / IELTS 6.0
- Resume
- Three professional references
Rankings and accreditation
#64 in Regional Universities West (US News & World Report 2022)
#32 in Top Public Schools
#76 in Top Performers on Social Mobility
The New York Times declared SOU a “hidden gem” of higher education
Median starting salary of SOU Alumni: $44,000
SOU is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
The SOU School of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
The Department of Chemistry programs have earned the approval of the American Chemical Society.
Graduate degrees at SOU
Master of Arts or Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Master of Business Administration
Master of Business Administration: Arts Management Concentration
Master in Interdisciplinary Studies
Master of Music in Performance
Master of Outdoor Adventure and Expedition Leadership
Master of Science in Environmental Education
Master of Theatre Studies in Production & Design
Student clubs
Southern Oregon University has many clubs and student organizations which offer a great way for students to get involved with the University community.
They also provide the perfect means for students to build their profile and boost their chances of progressing to their dream university.
- Accounting Student Association
- Actors Club
- Adventures Clubs
- Ashland Nursing
- Students without Borders
- Creative Arts Engagement
- Criminology Club
- Dance Club
- Game Developer Club
- Hospitality and Tourism Management Club
- Magic Club
- Meditation and Yoga Club
- SOU Climbing Club
- SOU Film Club
- United Nations Alliances at SOU
- Video Gamer’s Coalition
..and many more!
Sports
SOU is a member of the Cascade Collegiate Conference and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). SOU Athletes represent the following teams:
Men’s sports:
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Football
- Soccer
- Wrestling
- Track and field
Women’s sports:
- Soccer
- Track and field
- Volleyball
- Cross country
- Softball
- Wrestling
Women’s sports:
- Soccer
- Track and field
- Volleyball
- Cross country
- Softball
- Wrestling
Housing
SOU has several residential complexes located on-campus offering quality student accommodation.
The vast majority of SOU students live on-campus and benefit from close proximity to classes as well as the extensive range of campus facilities and events.
Students live and learn alongside local American students and feel like a part of the college community.
Residence halls at Southern Oregon University include:
- Fully-furnished bedrooms with bed, desk, and closet/dresser
- Modern amenities
- Social lounges
- Wireless and ethernet internet throughout
- Free laundry facilities
- Meals available at campus dining facilities
- On-site Security and Safety Officers
Dining
SOU offers a variety of dining facilities on campus with options to suit all preferences and dietary requirements.
- The Hawk serves everything from home-style classics to ethnic and healthy entrees and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten-Free options are always available.
- Elmo’s offers Stack Burger, Chilaca, The Green Leaf salad bar.
- Einstein’s Bros. Bagels serve coffee, smoothies, bagels, and more.
- Southern Grounds is a coffee shop in the Hannon Library serving drinks, sweet treats, sandwiches and soups.
- The Landing offers a quick snack, Starbucks coffee, beverages, salads, sandwiches and groceries.
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The Kings Admissions Team
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