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Application fee Q&A

Q: When do I pay the application fee?

A: When you submit your undergraduate application for admission.


Q: How do I know if I am eligible for a deferral?

A: Applicants with limited financial resources who meet any of the following requirements may defer upon applying:

  • You are personally eligible or have a dependent eligible for the National School Lunch Program
  • You have a Student Aid Index (SAI) less than $5,500
  • You are a current recipient of State of Oregon or U.S. Public Assistance (food stamps only or food stamps, cash and medical assistance)
  • You are currently classified as a dislocated worker
  • You have authorization and certification of entrance or re-entrance into rehabilitation from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • You are currently or formerly a member of the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy or Coast Guard).

If you qualify for the fee deferral, please select YES on the application fee deferral question within the undergraduate application.


Q: I am an international applicant.  Do I pay the same application fee?

A: There is a $90 application fee for international students. See the last Q&A below and go to the International Procedures page for more details.


Q: Do I pay the application fee if I am an Early College Initiatives admissions applicant?

A: No, there is no application fee for Early College Initiatives high school students. Please contact the Admissions Office to assist you with the application.


Q: How much is the application fee?

A: $50 for domestic undergraduate students and $90 for international students.


Q: What if I do not qualify for a fee deferral after submission of the application?

A:  Applicants who need to submit payment will need their EOU student ID and pay through our online payment portal.  Contact admissions at admissions@eou.edu or 541-962-3393 for your EOU student ID.

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