WHY WILLAMETTE

Our location is one of our greatest assets. Where a student learns is an important part of what they learn and at Willamette, we incorporate the surrounding area into learning opportunities. With immediate access to the Pacific Northwest’s lush natural environment, Oregon’s center of government, historical archives, and local businesses, Salem provides many meaningful ways to connect the world.

Internship opportunities with Salem’s museums, government offices, and Salem Hospital encourage students to consider their impact on their community and the greater world. Campus is a mere hour away from the coast and Mt. Hood as well as the cultural and industrial center of Portland, offering further opportunities to learn and grow.

Only The Best

Top-of-the-line studios, labs, and equipment facilitate indepth learning and prepare students for modern careers. From our new microscopy classroom equipped with Leica DM2500 compound microscopes to our state-of-the-art recording studio, Willamette’s campus is designed to give your student the resources to pursue their dreams.

Willamette faculty members have been named Oregon’s Professor of the Year a record 11 times, a distinction our faculty has earned by acting as mentors, offering one-on-one support, and providing opportunities for undergraduates to join them in their research, writing, and other scholarly work.

A Natural Learning Resource

Willamette’s 305-acre outdoor laboratory in Zena Forest offers students a unique space to conduct research and find artistic inspiration.

Outdoor programs give students a chance to explore the surrounding area, learn about the natural environment, and build connections with their peers.