Southern Oregon University Reviews

"I am so pleased with my experience as an online MBA student at SOU. Although the lectures are pre-recorded, the faculty are readily available to answer questions you might have, and are great about engaging in further discussion or recommending further study if you express interest. I had a professor put together additional recordings during the term when many students were struggling with specific topics in the class. The recorded lectures were developed because this program is designed for students to be able to work while obtaining a Masters degree - and they do a stellar job! I have learned so much already and am developing the skills necessary to step into a highly successful career in business.Read Less"

"This program is cheap to enter, which is where it gets it's positive ratings. But there is little to no energy devoted to teaching the students during online classes. Everything is pre-recorded and if you have a question you will be treated like you are inconveniencing the professors which is dehumanizing when you are trying to learn. I have seen this consistently within the program and it is my main complaint about it. It seems like a very new program and they are still working out the kinks."

"Small, beautiful school in a gorgeous nature area. I learned a lot from my program and am very thankful for it. The BFA I got was an intense program but that suited me well. But there is definitely some inner drama and unfairness within the department itself that is hard to ignore. Although my education was great, I do not feel that the school helped guide me into a career."

"The chemistry program at SOU provided passionate, engaging faculty and small class sizes that fostered discussion and teamwork within the program. I received excellent support from my adviser; they even tailored a major to my needs in order to help me graduate sooner and leave prepared for my next move (graduate school). Both lower- and upper-division professors made their expectations clear and helped us achieve our academic goals. My favorite part was the real-world emphasis of the classes. Also, Ashland, OR is a great place to live while studying, and SOU has programs and activities that take full advantage of the outdoor lifestyle there. All around, a great experience and one that I would recommend.Read Less"

"Southern Oregon university is a great place to get your education. The great mountains, trees and other great wildlife gives it a great environment to be in. The professors and students are friendly and genuine people. Every professor is more than willing to help you and actually prefer that one-on-one time with their students. They have amazing programs and because of our great environment and community, Southern Oregon also has other programs that your normal university may not have."

"My college is known for its theatre program and its sciences, so in those areas I've heard wonderful things about SOU. In political science, I found my professors to be fabulous, but didn't feel incredibly challenged on the coursework. Additionally, I studied French and Spanish and thought those programs were very good. It's a small college, professors are very accessible and it's a beautiful campus."

"SOU is a great small college with knowledgeable business professors that have real world experience. Small class sizes help get a personal education as well as the offering on online courses for flexibility. My experience helped to prepare my for my career."

"From a business prospective the ROI of SOU's program was very high. Personally, my wife and friends were all able to get jobs straight out of college that paid between $45 - $60k. There were people going into management training through enterprise where after a year you got paid $42K, accountants start around $45K, and sales jobs were more like $60-$90. Even though around that area the median household income is just over $42k people with a college degree have a number of opportunities to make much more right out of college. The professors really care about the students success and work hard to get student opportunities.Read Less"

"Southern Oregon University has an outstanding school of business. The instructors all have very diverse backgrounds, lending to the curriculum they teach and the experience they share with students. The class sizes are small so each student is able to get one-on-one time with the instructor. The school of business offers a great variety of focus areas to choose from, as well as many certificates and minor options. Overall, Southern Oregon University not only fit my educational needs, it also fit my budget and I would recommend this university to anyone who wants to study with highly intelligent professors and a diverse group of peers.Read Less"

"SOU has a great campus, amazing faculty and staff. The Masters programs work for people that are already working and offer a good balance between classes and jobs. The faculty are helpful when reached out to and they become great mentors. The benefit being able to work and study in the area is amazing."

"It has small class sizes for majority of their classes and the professors are great. Although there are points when if you don't agree with the majority you get lowered on grades or treated differently"

"The program has some fantastic professors, with small class sizes, and state of the art facilities. Being able to talk to my professor, rather than an assistant, made a huge difference in my ability to get the kind of education I was looking for."

"It's a really great program, and there is a lot of support. Deadlines for papers are sometimes unclear, but the professors are easy to get a hold of and they are very realistic in their expectations."

"I love SOU. Relatively inexpensive and wonderful programs. Caring staff and professors and tons of student support services."

"I'm doing a dual-endorsement program so it's a full workload. The educators have been very knowledgeable and helpful."

"I love that SOU offers a MS in Environmental Education, as it is very unique and fitting for my overall career goals. SOU is a small town in Southern Oregon surrounded by a beautiful environment. The school, although has had some cut backs in the science department, still offers world class teaching and educaiton programs. I highly recommend the program to anyone looking into degrees intersecting education and the environment. more info at: https://www.sou.edu/ee/index.html"

"After graduating from SOU with degrees in Environmental Science and Chemistry I moved to Portland where I found a job in an Environmental laboratory. SOU provided me with a very solid background which allowed me to adjust easily into my career as a Chemist. While at SOU I made incredible connections with my professors because of the smaller class size. We were also able to run instruments like an NMR, GC/MS and others. If I would have attended a larger university a TA normally runs the instrument and gives the students the data. I would definitely recommend SOU.Read Less"

"I really enjoyed gaining the knowledge this program offers. I truly look at the world differently due to the intricate studying of systems that biology, chemistry, and physics offer."

"Overall SOU is a great school with a supporting faculty and staff! They have been very helpful in guiding me through my classes and and finding an educational path that fits my needs. I am a full time mother, wife, and teacher and their program has been an excellent fit for my busy schedule. I am very glad I choose SOU for my graduate program and I would recommend them to other graduates as well!"

"Incredibly intense program with equally incredible rewards. Every class has a purpose that is grounded in fundamentals of technical theater production. Courses are carefully scaffolded. Faculty is supportive and accessible. It's an energizing program to be a part of!"