
For the application year 2023, Western Oregon University has an impressive overall acceptance rate of 98.7%, with 2,893 applicants and 2,855 admitted. This signifies a notable increase from 83.39% in 2022, when there were 3,262 applicants and 2,719 acceptances. The acceptance rates have generally fluctuated over the years, with 91.58% in 2021 and 79.1% in 2020. The trend demonstrates a significant rise in acceptance rates, especially from the 2020 rate of 79.1% to the current 98.7%, indicating a more open admissions policy recently.