About the Division of Graduate Studies

Susan Cambpell Hall
About the Division of Graduate Studies

Excellence. Innovation. Inclusiveness.

Empowering students to take their education and careers to the next level. We provide the advantage for Grad Ducks to soar! 

A Leader in Graduate Study 

The UO ranks in the top 20 percent nationally in such varied fields as creative writing, education, environmental law, landscape architecture, psychology, sports marketing, sustainable business practices, and many more.

No. 3
Special Education Graduate Program
No. 8
environmental law and natural resources law program
No. 25
clinical psychology Program

Our Mission

The Division of Graduate Studies promotes excellence, innovation, and inclusiveness across all graduate programs. Serving as the institutional home for graduate students, the Division provides cross-disciplinary experiences, funding, and professional development; advocates for graduate students, within and beyond the university; fosters a diverse, equitable, accessible, and inclusive graduate community; and partners with programs to prepare the next generation of researchers, scholars, entrepreneurs, artists, and thought leaders to transform our communities, locally and globally.

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What We Do

We are here to support and guide you through your graduate study. Connect with us to find application guidance, community, funding and tools to navigate your degree.

Community of Scholars and Innovators

Data and Assessment

 

31%

Racial and Ethnic Minorities

15%

International Students

53%

Out-of-State Students

55%

Master's Students

58%

Doctoral Students

41%

Incoming First-Generation College

We Support Our Students

Funding and Graduate Employment

 

$45M
GE support awarded annually by UO
84%
doctoral students supported through GE positions
$2M+
fellowships and awards annually

Average Time to a Degree

5.43
Years for Doctoral students
1.97
years for master's students

Advisory Councils

Graduate Council

The Graduate Council advises the Dean of the Division of Graduate Studies on matters pertaining to graduate study at the University of Oregon. The council also establishes general policies and regulations governing graduate study at the University of Oregon.

Graduate Council

Graduate Student Advisory Council

The Graduate Student Advisory Board (GSAB) facilitates communication between students and the Division of Graduate Studies administration with the goal of meeting student needs and enriching the university experience for all graduate students.

Student Advisory Council

Organizations for Graduate Students

The Division of Graduate Studies directly sponsors several organizations that offer valuable opportunities to develop your professional skills, service, and networks.  

Connect with Us 

Still have questions? Or can’t find what you’re looking for?

Contact our office at 541-346-5129 or graduatestudies@uoregon.edu.