Is Oregon State University worth it?
Oregon State University is a public, four-year institution in Corvallis, Oregon (small city). It awarded 8,415 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in computer science, business administration and management and psychology.
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Federal context for Oregon State University
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$47,459
Median earnings 4 years after
$71,799
Median earnings 10 years after
$64,010
Average net price
$19,604
Completion rate
70%
Completions (2024)
8,415
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
30,743
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $85,376 | $121,405 | 723 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $47,555 | $73,660 | 354 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Bachelor's | $33,543 | $53,109 | 256 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $68,686 | $93,740 | 248 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $34,736 | $57,650 | 196 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $30,982 | $47,221 | 158 |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | Bachelor's | $39,422 | $52,730 | 151 |
| Public Health | Bachelor's | $40,682 | $62,633 | 145 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | First professional | $110,269 | $155,014 | 138 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $29,860 | $57,451 | 123 |
| Construction Engineering | Bachelor's | $80,936 | $105,964 | 121 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | Bachelor's | $30,036 | $52,798 | 118 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | Bachelor's | $77,636 | $105,359 | 118 |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor's | $70,635 | $89,822 | 114 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $52,156 | $78,427 | 112 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 977 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 409 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 398 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 335 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 185 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 182 |
| Human Development and Family Studies, General | Bachelor's | 163 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other | Bachelor's | 147 |
| Environmental Science | Bachelor's | 140 |
| Computer Science | Master's | 136 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 15% | 10,660 |
| Educational Services | 14% | 10,369 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 11% | 8,344 |
| Manufacturing | 11% | 7,846 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 6,082 |
| Public Administration | 6% | 4,181 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 3,947 |
| Construction | 4% | 3,131 |
Campuses
Campuses included
Every other IPEDS unit ID Prentus rolled into Oregon State University. Each campus keeps its own federal data and page.
Figures for employers, job titles and graduates found cover Oregon State University and 1 related campus reported under the same institution.
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Sources: federal figures for Oregon State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Oregon. Counts under 10 are not published.
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