Oregon State Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 77.30%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1290. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $14,400
- Out-of-State Tuition: $38,190
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Oregon State:
- Total Enrollment: 37,163, including 13,083 online students
- 31,253 Undergraduate, 5,910 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 50% men, 50% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 70%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 16%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 88%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 277 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 90 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 132 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Oregon State Overview
Oregon State University (Oregon State) is a four-year, public school located in Corvallis, OR. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The Oregon State's tuition & fees is $14,400 for Oregon residents and $38,190 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 65% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,665.
The school has a total enrollment of 37,163 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
Oregon State's acceptance rate is 77.30% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 20.40%. The median SAT score is 1290 and the ACT score is 27.
Oregon State ranked 195th in National Universities and 8th in Oregon Colleges rankings. Oregon State University is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Oregon State University is $14,400 for in-state students and $38,190 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $16,206 for in-state students and $33,351 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $15,367 for Oregon residents and $40,895 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $16,628 for Oregon residents and $35,090 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $14,400 | $38,190 |
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| Graduate | $16,206 | $33,351 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $15,367 | $40,895 |
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| Graduate | $16,628 | $35,090 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Oregon State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Oregon State
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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