Oregon State University is a public 4-year college in Corvallis, Oregon with 30,743 undergraduates. It admits 77% of applicants, costs an average of $21,504 a year after grants and graduates 68% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Oregon State University acceptance rate and admissions
Oregon State University admitted 77% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 580 to 700, math 560 to 700). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Oregon State University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 2, 2026 (passed) |
| Early action II | Feb 1, 2027 |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Next deadline: Early action II, Feb 1, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: $65 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Oregon State University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Oregon State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $15,117 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $40,077 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $17,205 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $34,878 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,504 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,504 a year after grants and scholarships, $13,374 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Oregon State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Oregon State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 68% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $67,894 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $20,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 30% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Oregon State University majors and what graduates earn
Oregon State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 87 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer science ($121,405).
All 87 majors at Oregon State University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer science | 930 | $94,018 | $121,405 | $21,874 |
| Construction Engineering | 68 | $81,808 | $105,964 | $20,875 |
| Electrical engineering | 127 | $85,263 | $105,359 | $24,000 |
| Physics | 22 | $38,558 | $103,167 | $18,250 |
| Industrial engineering | 39 | $76,674 | $101,653 | $19,392 |
| Biomedical engineering | 46 | $68,111 | $100,182 | $23,209 |
| Engineering, Other | 11 | n/a | $94,278 | n/a |
| Nuclear Engineering | 26 | n/a | $94,105 | $19,500 |
| Mechanical engineering | 326 | $76,837 | $93,740 | $20,218 |
| Chemical engineering | 84 | $78,780 | $92,741 | $21,333 |
| Civil engineering | 95 | $73,900 | $89,822 | $19,500 |
| Management information systems | 57 | $63,439 | $88,149 | $20,500 |
| Environmental engineering | 25 | n/a | $87,699 | $25,000 |
| Manufacturing Engineering | 98 | $76,612 | $85,369 | $19,823 |
| Agricultural Engineering | 35 | $66,380 | $81,691 | $13,000 |
| Finance | 110 | $60,472 | $78,427 | $14,957 |
| Chemistry | 41 | $52,210 | $78,417 | $16,609 |
| Accounting | 54 | $67,692 | $75,219 | $19,401 |
| Business administration | 461 | $55,272 | $73,660 | $18,000 |
| Marketing | 111 | $54,779 | $73,205 | $19,000 |
| Mathematics | 57 | $47,273 | $72,318 | $17,771 |
| Agribusiness | 17 | n/a | $72,311 | n/a |
| Forest Engineering | 41 | $59,465 | $72,107 | $20,000 |
| Economics | 64 | $58,043 | $70,436 | $15,000 |
| Food Science and Technology | 24 | $49,575 | $63,531 | n/a |
| Political science | 79 | $44,481 | $63,354 | $20,500 |
| Public health | 100 | $45,888 | $62,633 | $20,500 |
| Communication | 20 | $43,210 | $61,096 | $16,000 |
| Graphic and industrial design | 115 | $45,925 | $60,434 | $20,500 |
| Plant and soil science | 61 | $39,032 | $57,950 | $25,716 |
| Psychology | 395 | $39,952 | $57,650 | $19,000 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 174 | n/a | $57,451 | n/a |
| Sociology | 88 | $37,928 | $56,865 | $18,000 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences Business Services | 24 | $46,813 | $56,800 | $18,375 |
| History | 66 | $40,114 | $56,790 | $25,000 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 45 | $40,677 | $56,074 | $24,041 |
| Environmental science | 134 | $42,366 | $55,805 | $21,110 |
| Apparel and Textiles | 18 | n/a | $55,367 | n/a |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | 141 | $37,270 | $55,245 | $15,876 |
| Agriculture, General | 77 | $44,432 | $53,547 | $19,097 |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology | 34 | $40,699 | $53,349 | $18,981 |
| Human development and family studies | 158 | $45,001 | $53,109 | $21,588 |
| Radio, TV and digital media | 86 | $40,722 | $52,798 | $19,125 |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | 137 | $42,930 | $52,730 | $21,250 |
| Social Sciences, General | 9 | n/a | $51,005 | n/a |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 14 | $43,375 | $50,421 | n/a |
| Romance languages | 32 | $48,737 | $49,910 | $20,832 |
| Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management | 39 | $39,669 | $48,077 | $28,000 |
| Biology | 177 | $38,363 | $47,221 | $19,500 |
| Parks and recreation | 29 | $44,179 | $46,044 | $21,796 |
| Animal science | 56 | $35,722 | $45,959 | $15,000 |
| Anthropology | 55 | $34,316 | $45,184 | $23,125 |
| Zoology/Animal Biology | 95 | $34,880 | $44,201 | $20,916 |
| English | 34 | $36,768 | $42,541 | $19,750 |
| Music | 29 | $33,307 | $41,073 | $21,500 |
| Art and design, general | 14 | n/a | $35,819 | n/a |
| Wildlife management | 101 | n/a | n/a | $28,613 |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 76 | $41,485 | n/a | $17,819 |
| Sustainability Studies | 53 | $45,791 | n/a | $22,887 |
| Botany/Plant Biology | 48 | $25,907 | n/a | $25,000 |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other | 39 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Education | 37 | $48,769 | n/a | $23,916 |
| Business analytics and operations research | 34 | n/a | n/a | $17,500 |
| Architectural Engineering | 30 | n/a | n/a | $24,000 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 30 | n/a | n/a | $19,450 |
| Geology and earth sciences | 30 | n/a | n/a | $19,500 |
| Nutrition Sciences | 27 | n/a | n/a | $20,500 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 24 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Geography | 23 | $49,819 | n/a | $19,424 |
| Fine and studio arts | 23 | $30,013 | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public Policy Analysis | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biotechnology | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Maritime Studies | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Marine Sciences | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Area Studies | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Hospitality management | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Forestry | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering Science | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International/Globalization Studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Oregon State University
116 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 116 graduate programs
Students and location
- 30,743 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 49% women, 51% men
- 18 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Oregon State University?
Oregon State University admitted 77% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Oregon State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $15,117 for in-state students and $40,077 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,504 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Oregon State University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 580 to 700 in reading and writing and 560 to 700 in math, and 24 to 31 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Oregon State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Oregon State University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Oregon State University?
68% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Oregon State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $67,894 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.