Bachelor of Science - BS in Aquarium Science Western Oregon University

Western Oregon University is a public, mid-sized university – committed to changing lives, strengthening communities and transforming our world. Located in Monmouth, the heart of Oregon’s lush Willamette Valley, WOU is about 20 minutes from Salem, the state’s capital and about 75 minutes from Portland, the state’s cultural hub.

Western Oregon University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).

As the state’s oldest public university, WOU has offered a student-centered learning community for more than 160 years.

Monmouth and Independence are among the top 20 safest cities in Oregon.

Western Oregon University’s Campus Recreation Department has been an active member of NIRSA: Leaders in Collegiate Recreation since 2012.

Every term, WOU has exciting sports teams competing on the field, court or track. Students join together to cheer the Wolves to victory in more than a dozen sports, and our student-athletes are a valuable part of campus.

Your WOU student ID gives you access to many arts and culture events on campus. Enjoy a wide range of live music or attend a musical or play. Spend a thought-provoking evening with our guest presenters or the Smith Fine Art Series. Plus, WOU always has multiple art exhibitions on display.

Like video production or working on global issues? How about foreign languages or honor societies? WOU students are involved in many organizations, including social action clubs, LGBTQ groups and culture-based organizations. Choose your favorites and start connecting with your campus!