Quick Summary
Oregon State University is a public land-grant research university founded in 1868, located in Corvallis, United States. Ranked #508 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 36636 students including 11% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Agriculture and Forestry, Marine Sciences, Earth and Marine Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 83%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Top-tier research opportunities, world-leading programs in Forestry and Agriculture, and a strong online learning platform.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture and ForestryMarine SciencesEarth and Marine SciencesBiological SciencesEngineering
Founded1868
TypePublic Land-grant Research University
Total Students36636
Intl Students11%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban/College Town
Campus Size400 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationNorthwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#508
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#301-350
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
200+ undergraduate majors, 100+ graduate programs, 80+ doctoral programs
Programs
80
PhD Programs
OSU Ecampus offers 100+ online programs
Online Programs
Hatfield Marine Science Center, Oregon Forest Science Complex, Center for the Humanities, Hinsdale Wave Research Laboratory
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate83%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GREOptional for most programs
GMATOptional for most programs
SATOptional
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit early to maximize scholarship consideration. Highlight research interests for graduate applications.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$37,500/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$19,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$31,000/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$65
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$57,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidAvailable for qualifying domestic and international students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 200+ undergraduate majors, 100+ graduate programs, 80+ doctoral programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Business Administration | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Psychology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Marine Biology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Forestry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$62,000
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong internship programs including the MECOP cooperative for engineering students.
Industry Connections
IntelNikeBoeingHPColumbia SportswearGarmin
Notable Alumni
Linus Pauling, Jensen Huang, Douglas Engelbart, Bernie Newcomb, A.C. Green
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Reser Stadium, Gill Coliseum, Dixon Recreation Center, Whyte Track and Field Center
Student Clubs
400+ student organizations and clubs
Library Resources
Valley Library, Guin Library (Hatfield Marine Science Center), Cascades Campus Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available