Overview
Oregon State University is a accessible public four-year institution in Corvallis, Oregon. The school accepts 82.5% of applicants and enrolls 29,557 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 82.5%
- Total Enrollment
- 29,557
Admission Guide
Oregon State uses a rolling admissions process, so you can submit your application anytime between August and February, but applying earlier gives you better access to housing and financial aid. You'll need to complete the Common Application or OSU's online application, submit official transcripts, and write a personal statement that focuses on your academic interests and goals.
Engineering programs at OSU are significantly more competitive than the university's overall admission process. The College of Engineering requires higher academic credentials and fills up quickly, so submit your application by November if you're interested in computer science, electrical engineering, or other engineering majors. Nursing also has limited spots and additional prerequisites you must complete before applying to the program during your sophomore year.
Housing applications open in October for the following fall, and you should apply immediately after being admitted since residence halls fill on a first-come basis. OSU requires all first-year students under 21 to live on campus unless they live with family locally. The campus sits in a small college town where you'll need a car or bike to get around easily, though the campus itself is walkable.
Once admitted, you'll register for Summer START, a required orientation program where you'll meet with advisors and register for fall classes. If you're undecided on your major, OSU's Exploratory Program lets you take classes across different colleges while you figure out your academic direction. The university operates on a quarter system rather than semesters, so classes move quickly and you'll have three terms plus summer session options.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $19,568/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $13,494
- Tuition (out-of-state)
- $35,664
- Students Receiving Aid
- 22%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 70.6%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $64,010/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 87.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the application deadline for Oregon State University?
Oregon State University has a rolling admissions policy with a priority deadline of February 1 for fall admission. Applications submitted after this date are reviewed on a space-available basis.
Does Oregon State University require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
Oregon State University is test-optional and does not require SAT or ACT scores for most applicants. Students may submit test scores if they believe the scores will strengthen their application.
What GPA do you need to get into Oregon State University?
Oregon State University does not publish a minimum GPA requirement. The middle 50% of admitted students typically have a high school GPA between 3.4 and 3.9.
Can you transfer to Oregon State University from a community college?
Oregon State University accepts transfer students from community colleges and other four-year institutions. Students with an associate degree from an Oregon community college can transfer with junior standing.