First-year student admission requirements

High school courses of 15 units in required subject areas.

• 4 years of English
• 3 years of mathematics
• 3 years of science
• 3 years of social studies
• 2 years of one foreign language

Also recommended: an additional unit of advanced mathematics and science

Although not required, a campus visit is strongly recommended, along with attendance at an information session.

Standardized testing

SAT or ACT

Essay portion of the SAT test preferred but not required. All standardized test scores must be sent electronically from the College Board (SAT) and/or ACT to be considered for admission to OSU.

TOEFL or IELTS

If you are a non-native English speaker, you will need to take either the TOEFL or IELTS

Graduate student admission requirements

Oregon State University offers admission to applicants whose records demonstrate the highest potential for successful graduate study and promise for substantial contribution to their academic professions and to a diverse, global society.

Admission decisions are based on many factors, such as the quality of the applicant’s prior academic degree and record of accomplishment, statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, performance in aptitude and achievement tests, relevant work experience, preparation in the proposed field of study and the connection of the applicant’s academic goals with the faculty’s research interests.