Northwest Youth Corps Outdoor School (2025-26 Profile)

2621 Augusta St
Eugene, OR 97403

Northwest Youth Corps Outdoor School's programs combine education, job skill training with outdoor adventure for ages 14 to 19.

Under staff supervision, youth crew members work on conservation, reforestation, and recreation projects, and learn valuable lessons of teamwork and responsibility.

Through education, youth learn to respect and protect the environment in which they live.

The Corps Network promotes growth, quality, and sustainability of Corps and their members.

There vision is for well-funded, high-quality Corps programs to serve every community.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 8-11
Enrollment: 24 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 8-11

Year Founded

1984

Student Body

Total Students

24 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

44%

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Northwest Youth Corps Outdoor School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

3:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Providing opportunities for youth and young adults to learn, grow, and experience success.

Northwest Youth Corps Outdoor School's programs combine education, job skill training with outdoor adventure for ages 14 to 19.
Under staff supervision, youth crew members work on conservation, reforestation, and recreation projects, and learn valuable lessons of teamwork and responsibility.
Through education, youth learn to respect and protect the environment in which they live.
The Corps Network promotes growth, quality, and sustainability of Corps and their members.
There vision is for well-funded, high-quality Corps programs to serve every community.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Art Pope, Founder and long-time advocate for youth education and conservation. -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What schools are Northwest Youth Corps Outdoor School often compared to?

Northwest Youth Corps Outdoor School is often viewed alongside schools like Wellsprings Friends School by visitors of our site.

Who are famous alumni from Northwest Youth Corps Outdoor School?

Northwest Youth Corps Outdoor School famous alumni include: Art Pope, Founder and long-time advocate for youth education and conservation..

When is the application deadline for Northwest Youth Corps Outdoor School?

The application deadline for Northwest Youth Corps Outdoor School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Northwest Youth Corps Outdoor School located?

Northwest Youth Corps Outdoor School is located in the Laurel Hill neighborhood of Eugene, OR.

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