Overview
Oregon State University is an international public institution located in Corvallis, OR. Originally Corvallis Academy, 150 years and more than 200 degree offerings later, OSU is one of only three universities in the US to have a land-, sea-, space-, and sun-grant designation. Oregon State has selective admissions and boasts some of the top programs in the world, the most prestrigious of which include Forestry, Oceanography, and Marine Biology, as well as top programs within the US, which include Robotics and Natural Resources. Oregon State University is a member of the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program.
Acceptance Rate:
83%
Average Net Price:
$21,444
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average GPA
3.6
Average ACT Composite
24
Average SAT Composite
1202
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $13,494 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $35,664 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $15,075 |
| Books and Supplies | $600 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
55%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
22%
Average Aid Per Year
$9,260
22%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,097
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$7,429
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
34%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,622
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$16,166
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$213
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
13%
Submitting ACT
25%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 24
Average SAT Composite: 1202
Admissions Resources
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
34,292
Total Number of Undergrads
28,905
0
100
41%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
69%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
19:1
US National: 21:1Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
138
Faculty Overview
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Housing
0
100
17%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Beavers
School Colors
Orange and Black
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Pacific-12 Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$56,700
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are Sayingonly school to offer ecologocal engineering at an undergraduate level
James from Cedar Knolls, NJ
Even if you know what you want to do, branch out and take a random class in a totally different subject. I took a Shakespeare course my first quarter (I'm majoring in Biology, going the pre-med route) and loved it. The professors are great, and you never know what subject will capture your interest. Plus, the requirements for graduation (which include mandatory liberal arts classes) are such that every student will achieve a varied education, in addition to fulfilling their major requirements.
Michelle from Auburn, WA
At first, when I decided on going to Oregon State, I wasn't sure if the courses were going to teach me as much as some of the other schools I had gotten into (mostly UC's). I was very wrong about that! From general biology to psychology, to tennis, and yoga, I was learning everyday, and surprisingly enough really enjoying it! The professors really enjoy what they teach, and are interested in the students' thoughts, even in a lecture hall of over 500 students
Jenna from Stockton, CA
My lectures do have a lot of people (200-600 students), but I haven't found that to be a problem. My professors are accustomed to teaching large groups (and thus accommodating a large amount of learning styles). Additionally, many of my classes have smaller recitation sections, with only 20 people. Also, every time I've had a question, my professors have been great about replying promptly to my emails.
Caitlyn from Portland, OR
top rated forestry and eco engineering programs.
Sam from Monroe, WA
As with most colleges and universities not every course offering is entirely the same. It really depends on the instructor you get for a course, some have different teaching styles than others and may not match your learning techniques.
Jasmine from Beaverton, OR
OSU has many resources for students to be successful. First of all the amount of tutoring with teacher assistants and at the library. Second of all, the open office hours of the professors are great because they really want students to go in and ask away. Many classes here are 200 or more students, but if you take the initiative of sitting in the front and asking questions once in a while, you can benefit from the class. At the end, it all depends on the student and how they approach the class.
Nicthe from Chandler, AZ
You definitely get out of every class what you put into it. On the whole the teachers are extremely willing to help you out in any way that they can. Teachers do want you to do well in your classes. The thing that is fun about OSU is that you are required to take courses in all different areas outside of your major, so you have some opportunity for variety in your schooling.
Alexandria from Corvallis, OR
Classes can be difficult, but it makes one buckle down and study since the college education is very crucial.
Aivy from Portland, OR
The vibes that the campus gave off were good.
Katelyn from Eugene, OR
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