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Oregon State University has been named as the 58th Most Innovative School in America, and first in the Northwest by the U.S. News & World Report 2020. OSU has also earned the following awards.
The university’s online degree provision, Ecampus, was named as the number five university in the nation for online bachelor’s programs.
Oregon State University has been recognized for its dedication to diversity for the third year running. It received a Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, which celebrates colleges and universities that strive to provide a diverse and inclusive campus culture. Oregon State is the one of only two universities or colleges in Oregon to receive the award in 2020.
A number of pathway programs, undergraduate and postgraduate programs are available to study at Oregon State University, where international students can develop their skills and prepare for higher education study in America.
International Direct students will enter their program as degree-seeking students while receiving the support needed for success such including a personalized study plan and individualized advising.
Students who meet the necessary academic requirements (bachelor’s degree) and English language proficiency level can apply directly to OSU to entry onto a postgraduate program at the university.
Students earn degree credits while improving their academic and English skills. Students can take a pathway program adapted to their English proficiency levels (up to four terms) for entry onto their undergraduate program.
Those who have already completed college or university courses and want to transfer to Oregon State University can take the Undergraduate Transfer Program, where they transfer their university credits.
This program equips international students with the academic and language skills they need to study a master’s degree. They will also prepare for GMAT/GRE tests, if required by the program.
MID students are degree-seeking students who will benefit from the additional support provided to international students at OSU to help them adapt to studying in the US.
Students can develop their English language, academic and critical thinking skills.
This is a unique program where international students can study Academic English courses, experience undergraduate-level courses and earn credits, all without having to enroll in a full degree program.
To be eligible for study pathway programs at Oregon State University, students need to meet a small number of entry requirements which are course and program dependent:
Academic requirements: high school diploma with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or equivalent and program-specific requirements.
English language requirements: minimum IELTS score of 6.0, a minimum TOEFL score of 70 or equivalent.
Academic requirements: minimum GPA of 3.0, bachelor’s degree (additional tests and materials may be required depending on the program).
English language requirements: minimum IELTS score of 7.0, a minimum TOEFL score of 91 (18 minimum sub-scores) or equivalent.
Academic requirements: high school diploma with a minimum GPA of 2.5 or equivalent and program-specific requirements.
English language requirements: minimum IELTS score of 5.0, a minimum TOEFL score of 50 or equivalent.
Academic requirements: students need to transfer from a recognized institution with a minimum of 15-quarter or 12-semester credits, and a minimum GPA of 2.25.
English language requirements: minimum IELTS score of 5.0, a minimum TOEFL score of 50 or equivalent.
Academic requirements: completion of first degree, diploma or equivalent, have equivalent to a GPA of 2.5 to 3.0 and specific program requirements. IELTS (6.0) and minimum TOEFL (70) or equivalent.
Academic requirements: completion of first degree, diploma or equivalent, have equivalent to a GPA of 3.0 and meet specific program requirements. IELTS (6.5 with 5.5 sub-scores) and minimum TOEFL (91 with 18 sub-scores)
Academic requirements: High school diploma with 3.0 GPA or completion of at least one year of study at a university overseas with a minimum 2.25 GPA.
English language requirements: minimum IELTS score of 6.5, a minimum TOEFL score of 80 (minimum 16 sub-scores) or equivalent.
High-achieving international students may be eligible for a number of scholarships from OSU to help them with their tuition fees and other expenses. Scholarships include:
For International Direct, International Year One, Undergraduate Transfer Program and Transfer:
For Graduate Pathway and Master’s International Direct:
Students are encouraged to contact the university to get more information on each scholarship, eligibility requirements and criteria. Students must be accepted by the university before they are able to receive a scholarship.
INTO OSU students can use all of the fantastic facilities and resources found throughout campus.
The extensive libraries are open 24/7 via chat, email and telephone, where librarians can answer all student questions. Students can check the university website for in-person library access and availability.
Exercise facilities are in abundance. There is a campus gym, 23-meter pool and a 13-meter climbing wall. Students have access to the Dixon Recreation Center, and can join one of the many intramural sports teams.
OSU’s student halls of residence are perfect for international students to feel relaxed and meet lots of new people. Halls are close to classrooms and campus facilities, and are equipped with kitchen and lounge areas. Rooms are fully furnished and single gender areas are available. Live-in staff and resident advisors can help with any accommodation-related issues. Packages include meal plans too.
On campus there are more than 30 restaurants for students to choose from. Options accommodate for all dietary requirements and preferences. Students can enjoy a wide variety of different cuisines, and those with dining plans can use their credit at any vendor.
OSU offers unrivalled opportunities for international students who wish to study higher education at a U.S. institution, but can’t quite meet the entry requirements. In 2018 and 2019, 85 per cent of all OSU pathway students successfully completed their programs and were eligible to progress to degree-level study at Oregon State University.
It pays to progress to study for a degree at OSU. Graduates from the university with a bachelor’s degree are in the top 15 percent of paid graduates in America (PayScale College Salary Report 2019).
During degree programs, students can benefit from the career-enhancing services OSU has to offer. The university helps students find prestigious work experience and internship placements which help them to stand out in the professional job market.
More than 130 companies participate in OSU’s internship program. MECOP provides paid placements for students in areas of engineering, tech and business with industry giants such as Boeing, HP, Oracle and Intel.
“Engineering students here at OSU shocked me. Everyone has experience and passion for what they do, and students have the ability to question what professors teach in class. That is a totally different learning experience from Taiwanese universities where we are just trying to get our degree.” Han-Ting, Taiwan - MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering
"I spent my time gaining experiences and diversifying my resume..." Jynwaye Studied Environmental Science
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