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Your path starts here

¾«¶«Ó°Òµ was founded more than 150 years ago as a land grant institution, building on the idea that everybody deserves an extraordinary education that’s attainable and accessible. Here you can determine your purpose, shape your identity and values and become who you want to be.

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College town on the West Coast

Top 10

for 10 years in a row in

#1

Most innovative university in the Pacific Northwest

Our Locations

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¾«¶«Ó°Òµ State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

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, located in the stunning high desert of Central ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ, offers more than 20 majors, small classes and a vast natural laboratory. Nearby, endless outdoor recreation options await — including skiing, snowshoeing, rock climbing, paddle boarding and more.

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blends 21st century innovation with 150+ years of institutional excellence to give people everywhere access to a life-changing education online. Everything we do is designed to help ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ State students:

  • Make an impact in their communities and beyond
  • Feel supported along every step of their journey
  • Build connections with OSU’s world-class faculty
  • Enter the workforce with the skills they need to succeed
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With operations in all 36 counties and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ is a trusted partner serving ¾«¶«Ó°Òµians statewide. The  delivers research-based knowledge and education that strengthen communities and economies, sustain natural resources and promote healthy people and families. The 11  at 14 locations address critical issues across landscapes, oceans and food systems. The  manages 10 research forests and develops innovative approaches for managing forest resources and ecosystems.

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At ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ State’s , you can dip your toes in the Pacific Ocean — and pursue hands-on, experiential learning through classes, research and internships aimed at developing solutions to pressing environmental issues.

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The is a premier event, meeting and conference venue for showcasing ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ State programs, initiatives, research and exhibitions. OSU also offers a and pharmacy programs, and a variety of programs in Portland.

¾«¶«Ó°Òµ's best public research university

With nearly 200 degree programs ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ State has a path to the career and future you always wanted. 

As ¾«¶«Ó°Òµâ€™s largest university, we draw people from all 50 states and more than 100 countries to a welcoming community that supports success, well-being and belonging for all. We are constantly learning, innovating and applying new skills to make the world better. You can too.

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Discover the people and stories of ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ State