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Oregon State University

Also known as: OSU

📍 Corvallis, Oregon🏛️ Urban Setting👥 30,743 Undergrads🔗 oregonstate.edu

Overview

Oregon State University is a very large public research university in Corvallis, Oregon. It enrolls about 30,743 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 77%. Graduates earn a median of $64,010 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

77%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

1,290

580–700

Net Price

$19,604

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

70%

Retention

88%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$64,010

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

77.3%

SAT Average

1,290

ACT Composite

24–31

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200580 – 700 (mid 50%)800

Math

200560 – 700 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

124 – 31 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$14,400

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$38,190

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$31,653

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$19,604

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$12,107
$30,001 – $48,000	$13,036
$48,001 – $75,000	$15,729
$75,001 – $110,000	$20,262
$110,001 +	$27,459

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

32.6%

Academics & Programs

Oregon State University offers programs across 25 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Engineering

16.1%

Computer & Information Sciences

15.7%

Business, Management & Marketing

13.4%

Biological & Biomedical Sciences

7.3%

Natural Resources & Conservation

6.9%

Psychology

6.5%

Social Sciences

6.1%

Health Professions

4.0%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

70%

On-Time (4yr)

47%

Retention (FT)

88%

% Earning >$25K

79%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$50,843

8 years

$57,210

10 years

$64,010

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

78.0%

White

71.2%

Hispanic

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

63.4%

Black or African American

2.2%

Asian

8.1%

Hispanic / Latino

13.2%

Two or more races

7.1%

International

2.6%

Gender

Women

49.2%

Men

50.8%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oregon State University hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 77%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1290.

How much does Oregon State University cost?

In-state tuition is $14,400, and out-of-state is $38,190. Average net price after financial aid is $19,604.

What is Oregon State University known for?

Most popular programs include Engineering, Computer & Information Sciences, Business, Management & Marketing.

What's the graduation rate at Oregon State University?

The 6-year graduation rate is 70%, and 88% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.