So, you’re thinking about applying to Oregon State University, and you’re curious about your chances of admission. Well, we’re here to help! Of course, there are a lot of factors in the admissions process, and it’s impossible to accurately predict whether you’ll be admitted or not. However, the most important factors in the admissions game are your GPA and test scores. So, using those as a measure, we can give you an estimate of your chances.

With an acceptance rate of 78%, admission to Oregon State is mildly competitive. Based on our analysis, to have a good chance of being admitted, you need to be at the very top of your class and have an SAT score of close to 1200, or an ACT score of around 25.

Not quite there? Try taking our SAT prep course and you’ll still have a chance of getting in, but it’s in the single digits. Let’s take a closer look at Oregon State admission statistics.

Oregon State 2018 Admissions Statistics: Class of 2022

Oregon State’s acceptance rate in 2018 was 78%. For students applying to the class of 2022, out of 14,058 applicants, Oregon State admitted about 11,016. The average GPA of admitted applicants was 3.58, the average ACT score was 25, and the average SAT score was 1180.

For students who took the ACT, the 25th percentile score of successful applicants was 21, and the 75th percentile score was 28.

For students who took the SAT, the 25th percentile score was 1050. The 75th percentile score was 1300.

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If you’re somewhere in the middle of these numbers, remember that a high test score can compensate for a slightly lower GPA, and vice versa. If you’re at the lower end, it helps if you’re a diverse applicant, the child of an alum, or have incredible personal achievements. Still, at the 25th percentile, your chances of getting in are in the low single digits.

Other aspects of your application, such as athletics, extracurricular and recommendations, are important, but will likely only make a difference for admission if you’re in the 75th percentile range for your GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

As we said, admission to Oregon State is mildly competitive. Even if Oregon State is your dream school, and even if you’re in the 75th percentile, you’ll still want to make sure you apply to a wide variety of schools to ensure you’ll gain admission somewhere.

Generally, you should have at least three safety schools (where you are in the 75th percentile of GPA/test scores), three reach schools (where you are in the 25th percentile of GPA/test scores) and three target schools (where you are near the average for GPA/test scores) on your list.

OK, so you’ve decided to apply. We took a look at Oregon State’s admissions requirements to help you get everything in order.

Oregon State 2020 Application Requirements: Class of 2024

To apply to Oregon State, you’ll need to fill out the OSU Online Application, submit an ACT or SAT score, pay the $60 application fee, and submit your high school transcript. Everything should be submitted by February 1st.

Here’s a full list of application requirements:

• Fill out the OSU Online Application
• Submit an ACT score or SAT score
• Pay the $60 application fee
• Submit your high school transcript

The application deadline is February 1st.

Have you been admitted to Oregon State? Congratulations! Below is a glimpse of what your classmates will be like.

Oregon State 2018 Admitted Students Profile: Class of 2022

If you matriculate at Oregon State, you’ll be joining a diverse class, with students from all over the U.S. and the world, and have a chance to study in dozens of fields.

Here are some interesting facts about the recently admitted class:

• Roughly 54% are male and 46% are female
• 6.5% of students are international

Oregon State has a diverse class, as well, with a large number of people of color. The ethnicities of admitted applicants are:

• International: 6.5%
• Underrepresented minority: 2.3%
• Two or more races: 7.4%
• White: 70.1%

What do these admitted students plan to study? Oregon State offers dozens of majors, and students matriculating there pursue a wide number of subjects. Here is a list of some of the top programs:

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• Engineering
• Business
• Marketing

Now, how are you going to pay for this?

Oregon State Tuition Figures

At $44,821, Oregon State’s cost of attendance is astronomical. But, don’t panic! Most incoming students receive some form of financial aid, and the average award is $7,438.

Here’s a fuller look at Oregon State tuition and financial aid in 2017:

• Total budget: $44,821
• Average financial aid package: $7,438
• The average student debt of a Oregon State graduate is $26,453

Now, what is life like at Oregon State? Let’s take a look.

Oregon State Location

The main campus is located in Corvallis, Oregon.

The school’s campus is the only one in Oregon to have a historic district designation.

Remember, you’re going to Oregon State for its excellent academics! Below is a look at what academic life will be like.

Oregon State Academics

Oregon State has dozens of majors. Some of the school’s more interesting majors are:

• Agricultural Economics
• Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
• Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management
• Economics
• Forest Engineering
• Geological and Earth Sciences
• Human Development and Family Studies
• Interior Design
• Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Mathematics and Statistics
• Nuclear Engineering
• Philosophy
• Range Science and Management
• Sociology
• Visual and Performing Arts
• Women’s Studies

Now, let’s take a look at life outside the classroom at Oregon State.

Student Life at Oregon State

Oregon State has hundreds of student organizations, covering academic interests, creative and performing arts, cultural and racial initiatives, gender and sexuality affinity groups, government and politics interests, and various media and publications.

Here’s a sampling of Oregon State’s student activities:

• 16xOSU
• Agricultural Animal Club
• Beaver Battalion
• Chemical, Biological, & Environmental Engineering Student Club
• Ecological Engineering Student Society
• Food and Fermentation Science Club
• Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
• Freehold of Turris Nimborum
• Indian Students Association
• Power Chord
• Project X
• Sisters of Color
• Country Western Dance Club
• West Coast Swing Club

Are you an athlete? Oregon State’s got plenty of options for you.

Oregon State Athletics

Oregon State offers a large number of intercollegiate sports, with extensive varsity, as well as club, offerings, for both men and women. So, if you’re not up to varsity level, remember there are plenty of club and intramural sports to try out for, too.

Oregon State’s sports include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Football
• Golf
• Wrestling
• Soccer

Who might you become with an Oregon State degree? Let’s take a look at some well-known and successful alums:

Notable Alums

Oregon State has produced politicians, business tycoons, entertainers, musicians, media figures, and leaders in dozens of other fields.

Here’s a list of some particularly well-known alums:

• Peace activist Linus Pauling
• Musician Travis Rush
• Model Sara Jean Underwood
• Leatherman inventor Timothy Leatherman
• Experian CEO Don Robert
• U-Haul founder Leonard Shoen
• Poet George Oppen
• Talk show host Laurie Roth
• NBA player Gary Payton

And this is only a partial list!

Remember!

Getting into Oregon State is very competitive. Don’t despair if you get a no. If you have a strong GPA and high test scores, you have a great chance of getting into at least one of the more competitive schools. And if you don’t, remember: where you go is NOT who you are. If you work hard, you’ll end up at a school that’s right for you, and still get a great education.

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