Oregon State University
Public university · Corvallis, OR · 30,743 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
77%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1140–1400
ACT (middle 50%)
24–31
Average net price
$21,504
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$34,878
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
68%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Oregon State University?
Oregon State University accepts about 77 of every 100 applicants (77%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1140 and 1400 on the SAT. A score at or above 1400 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1140, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 24–31.
The latest federal data says Oregon State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Oregon State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Oregon State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $34,878 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $21,504 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $15,117 for OR residents and $40,077 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$15,117
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$40,077
- Room & board$17,205
- Total cost of attendance$34,878
- Average net price after grants$21,504
Popular majors
Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Biology, Environmental Science.
Oregon State University FAQ
- What is Oregon State University's acceptance rate?
- 77% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Oregon State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1140–1400. Aim for 1400 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Oregon State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 24–31.
- Is Oregon State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Oregon State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Oregon State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Oregon State University cost?
- About $34,878 a year before aid; $21,504 on average after grants.
- What is Oregon State University's FAFSA school code?
- 003210. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Oregon State University receives your information.
- What is Oregon State University's graduation rate?
- 68% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Oregon State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willamette UniversitySalem, OR | 77% | 1240–1440 | $25,908 | 71% |
| Lewis & Clark CollegePortland, OR | 78% | — | $34,286 | 74% |
| Pacific Northwest College of ArtPortland, OR | 75% | — | $31,098 | 30% |
| Warner Pacific UniversityPortland, OR | 71% | — | $17,739 | 48% |
| Linfield UniversityMcMinnville, OR | 85% | — | $24,882 | 62% |
| Bushnell UniversityEugene, OR | 67% | — | $19,624 | 58% |