The following categories qualify students to be exempt from the University of Oregon writing requirement:

SAT and ACT:

Scores 710 or above on the SAT Critical Reading, 37 or above on the EBRW Reading and Writing, and 32 or above on the ACT English will be awarded an exemption from WR 121z. No credit hours are awarded for this exemption

Advanced Placement:

Scores of 3, 4, or 5 on the English Language and Composition test generate credit for WR 121z.

International Baccalaureate:

A score of 5 on the Standard Level Exam English A generates credit for WR 121z.
A score of 5 on the Higher Level Exam English A generates credit for WR 121z and 122z.