Willamette Promise Portal

Are you taking Willamette Promise courses through Western Oregon University? The Student Portal is where you will do the following:

  • Register for Courses

  • Pay your Fees

  • Request Transcripts

Does your school pay for your Willamette Promise fee? Click here to find out!

Western Oregon University offers Assessment Based Learning Credits. These credits do not have set add/drop dates for courses. To allow the "no risk" option for students, we have developed a program that follows Sponsored Dual Credit standards except for the registration and drop dates so that students have flexibility. Students must still register and participate in the course at the high school to be eligible for credits in this program, which differs from the true definition of Assessment Based Learning, so that we may ensure a rigorous experience for each student.

    • Save Time and Money

    • Start College Early

    • Build a College-going Identity

    • Risk Free College Credits (Western Oregon)

    • Access to College Resources and courses

    • Affordability ($30 per year for as many credits as you can earn, and we offer fee waivers)

    • Seal of Biliteracy

    • Post-secondary Advising

Why should I take dual credit? Earning (or registering for) college credit in high school can benefit students and their families. Research has shown that students who take college credit before leaving high school are likely to enroll and persist through their first year of college.

Transferability and What to Consider When Applying to College

Please keep in mind that colleges and universities have the ultimate responsibility to evaluate all transfer credit and to determine if it meets the standards of their academic programming; therefore there is no exact rule for how credits transfer, whether those credits are from Willamette Promise, another dual credit program, or a more traditional college program.

Western Oregon credits through the Willamette Promise transfer to most public institutions, but sometimes they may transfer as elective credits. Some small, private, liberal arts colleges have rigid credit transfer policies and do not accept any type of accelerated or dual enrollment credits.

Policies for credit transfer are typically listed on a university’s website, with their admissions information. We encourage you to take a look at the policies for the universities to which you plan to apply. Then, make an informed decision about where you choose to apply that includes understanding these policies.

We are happy to help individual students and families through this process, contact us for more information if needed.

Ready to transfer your credits?

Please use the link below to request transcripts for your Willamette Promise Courses.

You will need to have your identifying information to complete the request (listed in the link below). Plan to request transcripts when you are ready to apply to colleges and universities because official transcripts will be required for your application. Once you open them, they are "unofficial”.

Courses through WOU

  • Students will practice scientific skills by describing living things, investigating how living things interact and analyzing the environmental interactions that shape life’s diversity. 4 Credits

  • Students will practice scientific skills by describing the structure of cells, investigating how cells process energy and analyzing the patterns of cellular information flow that shape genetic inheritance. 4 Credits

  • This course combines the fundamentals of general chemistry, organic chemistry and biochemistry as applied to the health professions. General chemistry concepts include atomic bonding, measurements, stoichiometry and solutions chemistry, as well as pH and acid-base chemistry. The course is focused on the chemistry of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen and oxygen containing compounds and examines the structures, properties, nomenclature, reactivity and, in some cases, synthesis of simple organic molecules. The structures and functions of biological macromolecules and common biochemical pathways are also examined as well as their relationship to human health. This course is designed to meet the requirements for pre-nursing curricula and other Allied Health professions majors. 5 Credits

  • Introductory course designed to provide the background needed to understand the chemistry behind current environmental issues affecting society. Topics such as air pollution, water pollution, ozone depletion, climate change and energy will be explored. 4 Credits

  • For students majoring in science, pre-professional health studies or pre-engineering who need a refresher or who have not completed the year of high school chemistry required for enrollment in CH 221. Provides background into the language and mathematics necessary for success in the CH 221-223 sequence. Topics include the use of significant figures, the metric system, problem-solving, stoichiometric calculations, solution calculations, nomenclature, electronic structure and periodic trends. No laboratory component. May not be used for credit in a chemistry major. 3 Credits

  • COM 111z emphasizes developing communication skills by examining and demonstrating how self-awareness, audience, content, and occasion influence the creation and delivery of speeches and presentations. 4 Credits

  • Explores the disciplines and professions of Computer Science and Software Engineering. Overviews computer hardware and software architecture, the study of algorithms, software design and development, data representation and organization, problem-solving strategies, ethics in the digital world, and the history of computing and its influences on society. Explores career options and begins the process of planning a program of study. Exposes students to both low-level and high-level programming languages. 4 Credits

  • Fundamentals of web design using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Web design best practices are covered, including accessibility, usability and consistency. JavaScript will be implemented to develop functional and interactive web sites. 4 Credits

  • Focuses on historical foundations of education; education policy and practice; the system alternatives to public education; legal rights and responsibilities of teachers and students; professional development of teachers; student pluralism; and current issues and effective schools. Course helps participants evaluate their commitment to becoming a professional educator and reflective practitioner who will be able to make informed decisions to enhance the environment for children and youth. 3 Credits

  • Introductory course in the principles and basic theories of early childhood education. An overview will be presented of the physical, perceptual-motor, social-emotional and cognitive development of the young child. Opportunities will be given to observe and participate in developing experiences for young children. 3 Credits

  • Arithmetic of polynomials; quadratic equations verbally, numerically, graphically and symbolically; problem-solving, factoring techniques, graphing linear, exponential, radical and quadratic functions; and solving rational and radical equations. Credits earned apply for enrollment (eligibility) but do not apply toward a degree; satisfies no university or college requirement. 4 Credits

  • A course primarily designed for students preparing for trigonometry or calculus. This course focuses on functions and their properties, including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, piecewise-defined, and inverse functions. These topics will be explored symbolically, numerically, and graphically in real-life applications and interpreted in context. This course emphasizes skill building, problem solving, modeling, reasoning, communication, connections with other disciplines, and the appropriate use of present-day technology. 4 Credts

  • A course primarily designed for students preparing for calculus and related disciplines. This course explores trigonometric functions and their applications as well as the language and measurement of angles, triangles, circles, and vectors. These topics will be explored symbolically, numerically, and graphically in real-life applications and interpreted in context. This course emphasizes skill building, problem solving, modeling, reasoning, communication, connections with other disciplines, and the appropriate use of present-day technology. 4 Credits

  • Introduction to the science and application of psychology. Emphasis will be placed on psychological concepts, theories, and principles related to: Research Methods, Behavioral Neuroscience, Consciousness, Sensation/Perception, Learning, Memory, Thinking and Intelligence, and related topics. 4 Credits

  • Introduction to the science and application of psychology. Emphasis will be placed on psychological concepts, theories, and principles related to: Personality, Social Psychology, Health and Well-Being, Motivation and Emotion, Disorders, Therapies, Lifespan Development, and related topics. 4 Credits

  • Fast-paced introduction to the four communication skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Basic Spanish grammar, simple tense conjugations and vocabulary. Proficiency developed through activities within the contexts of the Hispanic cultures of Latin America and Spain. Conducted in Spanish. 4 Credits

  • Accelerated development of the four skills with essential Spanish grammar, simple conjugations and further vocabulary. Develop writing skills through compositions and learn to apply concepts within a variety of social and cultural contexts. 4 Credits

  • Builds on Spanish 101/102 skills, with further instruction in grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and conversation and deeper study of Hispanic culture. Emphasis on contrast of preterite/imperfect tenses, commands and overview of the subjunctive mood. 4 Credits

  • Improve ability to speak, listen to, read and write Spanish, with new material and review of first year. Special attention placed on mastery of Spanish verbal system and increased vocabulary and fluency through practice. 4 Credits

  • Reinforce prior material, including vocabulary, verb conjugation and question formation and new material, allowing students to increase their knowledge and fluency through opportunities to speak, listen to and understand, read and write Spanish. 4 Credits

  • Consolidate and improve abilities to communicate orally and using the written word, continuing study of the language, cultures and literatures of the Spanish-speaking world. 4 Credits

  • Introduces basic themes in sustainability including economic development, social inclusion, and environmental change. Interactions and dynamics of the world economy, the global society, and the Earth’s environment are explored. Various historical, current and emerging challenges facing humanity may be explored in a sustainability context, including but not limited to globalization; social and environmental equity and justice; climate change and other planetary boundaries; the dynamics of global capitalism, economic growth, and crises; growth and steady state economics; the rise of automation and the meaning of work; science, truth and society; and how various state and regional political-economic systems are associated with sustainability outcomes. 4 Credits

  • An introductory study of the theatre arts including theatre history, play analysis and production. 3 Credits

  • WR 121z engages students in the study and practice of critical thinking, reading, and writing. The course focuses on analyzing and composing across varied rhetorical situations and in multiple genres. Students will apply key rhetorical concepts flexibly and collaboratively throughout their writing and inquiry processes. 4 Credits

  • WR 122z builds on concepts and processes emphasized in WR 121z, engaging with inquiry, research, and argumentation in support of students’ development as writers. The course focuses on composing and revising in research-based genres through the intentional use of rhetorical strategies. Students will find, evaluate, and interpret complex material, including lived experience; use this to frame and pursue their own research questions; and integrate material purposefully into their own compositions. 4 Credits