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About Oregon State University

public research universityengineering and cs focusaccessible admissionsland grant institution

Oregon State University is a public research university in Corvallis, OR, known for its public research university, engineering and cs focus, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 83%, OSU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 4,513 students each year. OSU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1160–1390, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. OSU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,933 per year; the sticker price of $48,793 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Oregon State University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

83%
Overall Accept Rate
3.75
Typical Admitted GPA
1275
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1160 – 1390 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Oregon State University

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Essay Strategy
Oregon State's essays carry moderate weight in admissions, so use them to show genuine curiosity about your specific field of study and how OSU's programs, such as its well-resourced College of Engineering or College of Agricultural Sciences, connect to your goals.
Application Strategy
Oregon State has direct admit programs in many majors, so research whether your intended major admits directly as a freshman or requires a separate application process, and tailor your activities and essay to reflect readiness for that specific field.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Oregon State University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$49k/yr$12.1k
30k-48k~$49k/yr$13.0k
48k-75k~$49k/yr$15.7k
75k-110k~$49k/yr$20.3k
110k+~$49k/yr$27.5k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

71%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$51k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
22,396
Undergrad Enrollment
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