Race & Ethnicity
Western Oregon University has a diverse student body with 41% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Western Oregon University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Western Oregon University has a gender distribution of 65% female students and 35% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
31% of total enrollment
58% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Western Oregon University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 62% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 17% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
62%
Traditional Age (18-21)
17%
Non-Traditional (25+)
11%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Western Oregon University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 80% in-state residents, 20% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
80% of student body
20% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
17 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
41%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
65%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
17%
Non-Traditional Age