Southern Oregon University (SOU)

About the University Partnership

RCC and Southern Oregon University’s partnership guarantees your courses will transfer seamlessly, so you won't need to repeat classes when you transfer. Through the Osprey/Raider Transfer Program, you can design a successful transfer plan with support from both RCC and SOU advisors. Students can even enroll at both institutions simultaneously through the SOU/RCC joint enrollment program, giving you early access to university facilities and resources while completing your RCC degree.

Articulated Programs 

An articulation agreement ensures your RCC coursework applies directly toward your Southern Oregon University bachelor’s degree. This allows you to complete lower-division courses at RCC before transferring without repeating coursework. 

Available RCC to SOU Programs: 

• Business Transfer
• Computer Science Transfer
• Digital Cinema Transfer
• Early Childhood Development Transfer
• Education Studies Transfer
• Emerging Media and Digital Arts Transfer
• Health and Exercise Science Transfer
• Healthcare Administration Transfer
• Human Services Transfer
• Outdoor Adventure Leadership Transfer

Benefits

The Osprey/Raider Transfer Program offers many benefits to RCC students interested in transferring to SOU.

• Joint enrollment option: Enroll at both RCC and SOU simultaneously to access university facilities and begin upper-division coursework.
• Access to SOU facilities: Use most SOU campus facilities, including the Student Health Center, while enrolled at RCC.
• Coordinated financial aid: Receive streamlined financial aid processing between both institutions.
• Housing eligibility: Qualify for SOU student and family housing options even before transferring.
• Guaranteed credit transfer: Articulation agreements ensure your RCC courses count at SOU without repeating coursework.
• Lower costs: Complete your first two years at RCC's affordable tuition rates before transferring.
• Junior standing: Transfer with an Associate of Science degree and enter SOU as a junior.
• Close to home: Stay near family and friends while completing foundational coursework.
• Small class sizes: Learn in RCC's supportive environment with individualized attention.
• Bachelor of Applied Science option: Students with an Associate of Applied Science in a technical field can transfer up to 124 quarter hours toward SOU's BAS in Management.

Admissions

Transferring to SOU is straightforward for RCC students. SOU uses rolling admissions, meaning you can apply throughout the year. Students who complete an RCC Associate of Science or Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree are guaranteed admission with a 2.25 GPA or higher and enter with junior standing. Transfer students need a minimum of 36 college-level credits to apply. Your application will be reviewed holistically, and you can expect an admission decision within 2-3 weeks of submitting all required documents.

Transfer Application Steps

Ready to get started? Transfers must complete the following steps.

1. Complete the SOU online application.
2. Request official transcripts from RCC to be sent to SOU.
3. Sign up for the Osprey/Raider Transfer Program. 
4. Meet with an SOU transfer advisor to plan your course of study. 
5. Apply for financial aid and transfer scholarships. 
6. Attend transfer student orientation (Raider Ready).

Application Deadlines

• Fall Term: February 1 (priority deadline); rolling admissions continue after
• Winter Term: December 12 (priority deadline)
• Spring Term: March 3 (priority deadline)
• Summer Term: May 23 (priority deadline) 

Note: SOU accepts applications year-round on a rolling basis. Applying by priority deadlines ensures the best experience and timely processing. 

Transfer Requirements & Support

As you plan your transfer, keep the following requirements and support resources in mind: