Overview:

• Founded in 1868 as Oregon Agricultural College
• Designated as Oregon State Agricultural College in 1890
• Renamed Oregon State University in 1937
• Home to the largest undergraduate enrollment in Oregon
• Consistently ranked among the top 150 national universities by U.S. News & World Report

Student Life:

• Over 300 student clubs and organizations
• 19 NCAA Division I varsity sports teams
• Student Recreation Center with fitness facilities, pools, and climbing walls
• Student Health Services providing medical, dental, and counseling services
• On-campus housing options include traditional dorms, apartments, and Greek houses

Academics:

• 11 colleges offering over 100 undergraduate majors and 80 graduate programs
• Faculty-to-student ratio of 1:18
• Research-intensive university with over $200 million in annual research expenditures
• Academic support services include tutoring, writing centers, and math labs
• Unique academic programs include:
  • College of Forestry's nationally recognized forestry and natural resources programs
  • College of Engineering's top-ranked robotics engineering program
  • College of Business's AACSB-accredited undergraduate and graduate programs

Top Reasons to Study Here:

• Ranked #147 in National Universities by U.S. News & World Report (2023)
• Top 100 public research universities in the nation
• Specialized facilities include:
  • Oregon State University Libraries with over 3 million volumes
  • Oregon State University Press publishing scholarly books and journals
  • Oregon State University Extension and Experiment Station conducting research and outreach
• Industry connections through partnerships with major corporations and government agencies
• Notable alumni include:
  • Linfield Scott (1806-1866), U.S. Army general
  • Mark O. Hatfied (1922-2011), U.S. Senator
  • Phil Knight (1938-), co-founder of Nike

Services:

• Counseling and Psychological Services providing mental health support
• Student Health Services offering medical, dental, and vision care
• University Housing providing on-campus living options
• Valley Library offering research and study spaces, as well as special collections
• Information Services providing technology support and training
• Career Services assisting students with job search and career development