NEWBERG, Ore. — George Fox University will become the first university in Oregon to offer a 90-credit online bachelor’s degree, the Newberg-based institution announced last week.
The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), the region’s accrediting body, has approved George Fox to launch seven such degrees through its George Fox Digital division beginning in fall 2026. GFU said the programs are designed for working adults and online learners and reduce the standard 120-credit requirement by eliminating 30 elective credits while preserving full general education requirements and all major coursework.
The credit reduction translates to a 25 percent tuition savings and allows students to graduate three semesters ahead of the traditional timeline, according to the university…