Oregon State University
Beaver Nation
More than an Athletics Training Program
Oregon State University, located in beautiful Corvallis, OR, offers top-notch science and engineering programs, many liberal arts programs, and a PAC-12 leading education program. Unlike many other universities on the West Coast and across the country, Oregon State University places a preference on a strong academics program rather than making a name as an athletics-first school. Corvallis is a beautiful city, home to over 55,000 Oregonians. It has numerous activities to do in its vibrant atmosphere.
Beautiful Corvallis
Corvallis offers over 60 miles of biking, hiking, and running trails, art festivals, and an eclectic mix of restaurants and shops.
Bountiful Extracurriculars
Participate in Model United Nations (UN), become a member of Pi Sigma Alpha, the Sociology Club, and many more.
Student Friendly Pricing
Oregon State University offers low tuition rates, making it affordable and possible for students from all walks of life.
School Information
- Tuition (including room and board, excluding scholarships): Approximately $16,500 a year, $66,150 for a 4-year degree.
- 64% graduation rate, 24% transfer-out rate.
- Acceptance rate: 78% (2014)
- 19:1 student to faculty ratio.
- 28,900 enrolled students.
- 80% of enrolled students are receiving scholarship-aid.
MY COLLEGE PLANS
Master's Degree in Social Studies Teacher Education
Minors in Political Science and History
How's the weather?
- Annual high temperature: 63.4 degrees Fahrenheit
- Annual low temperature: 41.9 degrees Fahrenheit
- Average temperature: 52.65 degrees Fahrenheit
- Average rainfall: 42.76 inches
GEOGRAPHY LESSON
- Surrounded by mountains, wild river running through the city, and lush forests outside of city limits.
How will I do it?
PAYING FOR COLLEGE:
- Financial aid
- Debate scholarships
- Rotary scholarships
- and a LOT MORE SCHOLARSHIPS
BUT WHICH ONES?
- Rotary Youth Scholarships
- Minette Phillips Epsy Forensics Scholarship
- FAFSA (DEADLINE: June 30th)
- Pi Kappa Delta Scholarship
- Jack Bennett Memorial Scholarship
- College of Education Scholarship
- Elwood J. Keema Education Fellowship
- Matthew and Francis Kralj Scholarship
- Herbert R. Laslett Memorial Fund
- Herman and Lois Miller Memorial Education Fellowship
- Pastega Family Scholarship
- Warren and Carlene Suzuki Memorial Scholarship
- Teacher Education Scholarship
MY HIGH SCHOOL GOALS:
- Maintain AT LEAST a 3.5 GPA.
- Continue excellence in Speech and Debate.
CLASSES I WILL TAKE TO HELP:
- AP Psychology
- AP European History
- AP U.S History
- AP American Government
- Child Development II and III
- Advanced American Literature
- Forensics