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George Fox University

Newberg, Oregon · Private (nonprofit)

Ranked #273 US News

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A-Value
N/ACampus
A-Academics
CAdmissions
B+Student Life
B+Overall

About

George Fox University is located in Newberg, Oregon. It is a private (nonprofit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 2,505 students.

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Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$40,940
Out-of-state tuition$40,940
Room & board$13,600
Avg aid package$35,483
Students receiving aid27%
Pell grant recipients27%

George Fox University provides financial aid to 100% of its traditional undergraduate students, with institutional aid totaling over $46 million in 2023-24. While the net price is around $30,649, students graduate with less student loan debt than the national average. The university also offers a Scholarship Summit where participants can earn additional funds beyond their merit scholarship.

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Admissions

Test scores

SAT · middle 50%1070–1330
4001600
ACT · middle 50%17–28
136

Application info

Acceptance rate96%
Average GPA3.70
Student–faculty ratio15:1
Test optionalYes
Common AppYes
Application fee$0

Application dates

PriorityFeb 1

George Fox University has a high acceptance rate of 96% and considers SAT/ACT scores but does not require them. The university looks for students who demonstrate a strong academic record and a commitment to the university's values. Applying by the Priority Decision Deadline of February 1 provides eligibility for the Scholarship Summit.

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Academics

Graduation rate70%
Retention rate77%
Student–faculty ratio15:1
Full-time faculty34%

George Fox University offers a Christ-centered academic environment where students are known personally, academically, and spiritually. With a 7:1 student-faculty ratio, the university fosters close relationships between students and professors. The curriculum integrates faith with rigorous scholarship, encouraging students to think critically and act with integrity.

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$59,761
Avg starting salary$42,000
Job placement rate94%
Earn more than HS grad79%
Economic mobility117%
Loan default (3 yr)2%
Loan repayment (3 yr)71%

George Fox University aims to equip students for exceptional life outcomes through its 'Be Known' promise. Graduates find success in various fields, supported by the university's commitment to developing resilient Christian leaders. The university emphasizes career discovery and calling, preparing students to make a positive impact in their chosen professions.

Student life

Demographics

Small School
2,505Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 59%Male 41%
66% WhiteRacial diversity
White 66%Hispanic 16%Asian 5%Black 2%Other 12%
Campus housingYes

Campus life

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George Fox University provides a vibrant campus community with a strong emphasis on personal relationships and spiritual growth. Students appreciate the 'Be Known' promise, which ensures they are valued and encouraged. The university offers numerous activities, clubs, and intramural sports, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie.

Student reviews

Professors

Freshman

I have loved my time at George Fox University! The campus is very safe and clean, there are a lot of fun events through student activities, and more importantly, the academics, which include integration of Christian faith, have prepared me for my future career. The psychology professors have been wonderful to me, and when you invest in building student-professor relationships with them, the BeKnown promise is most certainly met; this has been true for me with both professors in my major and outside of my major.

Student

George Fox is a great option if you're trying to take the next step in your education seriously. The curriculum fits well with what I had imagined when people described "the perfect amount of challenging." Depending on how you set up your schedule (you do get freedom, and the Career and Academic Planning Center is wonderful with helping you organize), you'll experience courses that demand enough study for understanding but give you enough wiggle room to have a life beyond them.

Campus and vibes

Freshman

I'm a freshman at George Fox University and I have had a great experience. The campus is very beautiful and safe. The professors are understanding and make sure that every student is know academically, spiritually, and personally. Fox is a diverse campus and there in no doubt that you will build lifelong friendships on campus.

Freshman

I think the main thing I would want to see changed is the food. We are required to pay for a meal plan yet I spend more money eating out and buying food to cook because I dread the food at the cafeteria. Other than that I love George Fox. I love the opportunities and the people I’ve met, the support from professors and the gorgeous campus.

Student

George Fox University is not only a place where I have learned so much but a place I can call home. The professors, students, and community are amazing, and it was easy for me to settle and make friends. It is also a great place to grow in your faith in and out of the classroom. There are so many ways to stay involved by joining clubs, intramurals, and going to on-campus events. The "Be Known" promise is fulfilled each and every day when you walk foot onto the GFU campus.

Student

I love the community that George Fox University provides for me. When looking for a college I was looking for a Soccer team that I could fall in love with, an Interior Design program and that the school was Christian. GFU was one of ten school that had all 3 of those needs for me and It was an amazing choice. The camaraderie of my team and inside my degree is like no other school I’ve been too.

About George Fox University

George Fox University prioritizes campus safety, providing 24-hour security patrols, emergency phones, and escort services. Students report feeling extremely safe and secure on campus. The university is located in Newberg, Oregon, which is rated among the top 10 safest cities in Oregon.

The George Fox Honors Program offers a Great Books course of study that serves as a selective core curriculum track within the university. It is a selective core curriculum track that serves as a selective core curriculum track within the university. The program emphasizes a historical sequence from the ancient world to the 21st century, typically co-taught by two professors in a Socratic discussion seminar mode.

George Fox University's International Student Services (ISS) assists with visa and immigration advising, cultural adjustment, and academic support. They organize orientation programs specifically for international students, helping them transition smoothly to life at George Fox and in the United States. ISS provides workshops on topics such as employment opportunities, understanding American culture, and academic success strategies.

Endowment$30,903,613
Avg faculty salary$100,140

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