Eastern Oregon University Hermiston/Pendleton

10/03/2026

More Mountaineers are crossing the graduation stage!

EOU’s four-year graduation rate has increased by 7%, while rural student enrollment grew 24% from 2024 to 2025.

From tutoring to grants that help students reach their final terms, EOU is helping more students take that next step toward a degree.

Read more about this here: https://www.eou.edu/news/eou-sees-more-students-finishing-degrees-plans-for-more-success/

09/30/2026

Big news from our corner of Oregon!

Eastern Oregon University ranked No. 34 in Top Public Schools in the West in U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best Colleges rankings.

EOU also earned the No. 68 spot in Regional Universities West and No. 53 in Top Performers on Social Mobility, recognizing its success in helping students from diverse economic backgrounds earn degrees.

Read more here: https://www.eou.edu/news/eou-ranks-no-34-in-us-news-top-public-schools/

09/17/2026

BOARDMAN — Amazon will celebrate 15 years of investing in Eastern Oregon with Amazon Community Day Saturday, Sept. 26 at the SAGE Center in Boardman. The event, which goes from […]

09/01/2026

Eastern Oregon University Labor Day Closure Notice

Eastern Oregon University will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.

All university offices and services will be closed for the day, and regular business operations will resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. We encourage students, faculty, staff, and visitors to plan accordingly.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend!

08/07/2026

EOU has been awarded $1.296 million through Oregon's Rural Health Transformation Program to help build the next generation of healthcare professionals for rural Oregon.

The two-year grant will expand healthcare career pathways for students across eastern Oregon.
By investing in local students, EOU is helping address one of rural Oregon's greatest challenges: growing a healthcare workforce that understands and is committed to serving rural communities.

Read more: https://www.eou.edu/news-press/eastern-oregon-university-awarded-1-29-million-to-build-oregons-next-generation-of-rural-healthcare-professionals/

07/28/2026

07/21/2026

If you're thinking about transferring from a community college, here's one more reason to look at Eastern Oregon University.

EOU has been named to the Phi Theta Kappa 2026 Transfer Honor Roll, recognizing colleges and universities that make it easier for transfer students to succeed, from transferring credits to earning a bachelor's degree and launching a career.

Whether you want to study on campus or online, EOU is committed to helping transfer students make a smooth transition and achieve their goals.

Read how EOU is creating opportunities for transfer students and why this national recognition matters. https://www.eou.edu/transfer/

07/10/2026

Big News for Eastern Oregon University!

We are thrilled to announce that EOU's online Master of Social Work (MSW) program has officially achieved Candidacy Status from the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Board of Accreditation!

This major milestone marks our commitment to providing high-quality social work education that prepares graduates to support individuals, families, and communities across Oregon and beyond. Developed to address critical workforce shortages in behavioral health, healthcare, and schools, this program is designed to strengthen social services specifically in rural and underserved areas.

"This achievement reflects years of dedication and collaboration among faculty, staff, university leadership, and community partners," says MSW Program Director, Christine Saladino.

Ready to make a difference?
The MSW program is currently accepting applications for Spring 2027 and Fall 2027!

Learn more and apply today: https://bit.ly/4pjyeiq

07/01/2026

EOU Foundation scholarship applications are open for a second cycle July 1-31.

Admitted and enrolled EOU students who did not apply during the winter cycle can submit an application through the Scholarship App tile in the my.EOU portal.

Already applied during the winter cycle? You do not need to re-apply. Your application will still be considered.

06/16/2026

Eastern Oregon University is proud to join the Rural Student Success Network, a national initiative led by Ithaka S+R and the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) and supported by ECMC Foundation.

As one of 16 rural-serving institutions selected for this two-year project, EOU will collaborate with peer colleges and universities nationwide to advance student success, strengthen transfer pathways, expand support for adult learners, and align academic programs with regional workforce needs.

Rooted in rural Oregon, EOU is committed to creating opportunities that help students succeed while supporting the vitality of the communities we serve. Through this network, EOU will contribute to and benefit from innovative strategies designed to boost enrollment, improve student outcomes, and meet the evolving needs of rural students and employers.

Learn more about the Rural Student Success Network: https://sr.ithaka.org/blog/the-rural-student-success-network-kicks-off/

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