Oregon Health & Science University

Oregon Health & Science University Overview

Oregon Health & Science University is a public, state school in the city of Portland, Oregon. OHSU was founded in 1974 and enrolls 809 undergrads and no graduate students.

Student Involvement at OHSU

Interested in music or performing? Sing in a chorus

Interested in journalism or communications? OHSU students can write for the campus newspaperor be a producer for the student-run television channel.

OHSU does not have any greek life opportunties.

Planning to play sports? OHSU has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at OHSU on the Student Life page.

2022 OHSU Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Quarter
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
In-State Tuition	$14,760
Out-of-State	$27,036
Percent of Need Met	25%

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Is OHSU a Good School?

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Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can all provide a sense of how selective a school is.

Let's take a closer look at these areas to get a better sense of what OHSU offers and if the college could be the right college for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at OHSU

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for OHSU Grads

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers.

Check with OHSU directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at OHSU

Tuition cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

OHSU meets 25% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

For information on OHSU's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at OHSU.

Based on this information, does OHSU seem like a good fit? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for someone else! So ask yourself: Is OHSU a good school for you?

If Oregon Health & Science University seems like a school you want to apply to, click the heart button to save it to your college list.

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Where is Oregon Health & Science University Located?

OHSU is located in the urban setting of Portland, Oregon.

If you are interested in seeing OHSU for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 5 to Portland, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Portland International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what OHSU and Portland are like without leaving home.

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