Oregon State University and University of Southern California are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Oregon State is a four-year, public school located in Corvallis, OR and USC is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Los Angeles, CA.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Oregon State University | vs. | University of Southern California |
|---|---|---|
| Corvallis, Oregon | Location | Los Angeles, California |
| Four-year, Public | School Type | four-year, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$14,400
Out-Of-State$38,190 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | $71,647 |
| 65% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 69% |
| $9,665 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $48,649 |
| 77.30 % | Acceptance Rates | 9.81 % |
| 20.40 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 43.34 % |
| 1,290 | SAT Score | 1,500 |
| 27 | ACT Score | 33 |
| 70 % | Graduation Rate | 92 % |
| 16 % | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 88 % | Retention Rate | 96 % |
| 37,163 | Student Population | 46,566 |
| 1,303 | Number of Faculties | 2,442 |
| 18 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 9 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |
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