George Fox University
About
Located in the scenic Willamette Valley of Newberg, Oregon, George Fox University is a nationally recognized Christian institution best known for its seamless integration of faith and learning and its premier undergraduate programs in nursing, engineering, and business. The campus culture is deeply community-oriented and Christ-centered, offering students a supportive environment enriched by NCAA Division III athletics, vibrant campus ministries, and easy access to Pacific Northwest outdoor recreation. What truly sets the university apart is its signature "Be Known" promise—which guarantees personalized academic and spiritual mentorship from faculty—alongside unique traditions like the annual Serve Day, when the entire campus shuts down so students and staff can volunteer in the local community.
Wikipedia:George Fox University is a private Christian university in Newberg, Oregon, United States. Founded in 1891 as a school for Quakers, as of 2026, it is now the largest private university in Oregon with more than 4,000 students combined between its main campus in Newberg, its centers in Portland and Redmond, and online. The 108-acre (44 ha) main campus is near downtown Newberg, near the junction of Oregon Route 99W and Oregon Route 219. George Fox competes athletically at the NCAA Division III level in the Northwest Conference as the Bruins. The school colors are navy blue and old gold. The university is associated with the Evangelical Friends Church International and is a member of the Wesleyan Holiness Connection.
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George Fox University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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