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Oregon State University
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Annual Tuition
$13,494
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
78.8%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
70.3%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$64,010
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Oregon State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Corvallis, OR. With a competitive tuition profile of $13,494, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 70.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$53,976
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.6 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$34,010
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$286,124
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$626,224
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Oregon State University is $21,221.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$13,494
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
87.5%
Success
70.3%
In-State Cost
$13,494
Age 25+ Students
26.7%
Carnegie Class
R1: Doctoral — Very High Research
Working at 6yr
6,720 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Corvallis
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$1,192
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,236
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,570
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Corvallis metropolitan area.