Back-to-Back: University Sets Second Straight Enrollment Record
George Fox established another enrollment record in 2025-26, reinforcing its position as Oregon’s largest private university for a sixth straight year. A total of 4,339 students were enrolled last fall, including a record 2,488 undergraduates, surpassing the all-time mark of 4,327 set in 2024-25.
In addition to traditional undergraduates, the university enrolled 290 students in its Accelerated Online Degree program for adults completing bachelor’s degrees and 1,561 graduate students across 21 master’s and doctoral programs.
University leaders attributed the growth to the institution’s Christ-centered mission, its long-standing Be Known promise, and a vibrant student life experience.
Recent expansion into healthcare education has also fueled growth. George Fox launched a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist program in 2025 – the first of three Doctor of Nursing Practice degrees it plans to introduce in the coming years. The university also welcomed its first occupational therapy doctorate cohort in 2024-25, helping address Oregon’s shortage of healthcare professionals, particularly in rural communities.
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