Oregon Health & Science University

OHSU Academics

Oregon Health & Science University requires a minimum of 180 quarter hours to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. OHSU accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, OHSU has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

OHSU offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options	Yes	No
Accelerated Degree Program	√
Transfer Credits Accepted	√
AP Credit Accepted	√
IB Credits Accepted	√
Summer Classes Available	√
New Student Orientation	√

Reminder: OHSU may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Do I Have To Take At OHSU?

OHSU has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	false
Science	false
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with OHSU directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at OHSU

When choosing a major, OHSU students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at OHSU.

Student Designed Majors

Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed.

Senior Projects

OHSU does not require students to complete a senior project.

Frequently Asked Questions About Oregon Health & Science University

Does OHSU Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with OHSU directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does OHSU Offer Online Classes?

✅ OHSU has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does OHSU Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ OHSU offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does OHSU Have An Honors Program?

❌ OHSU does not offer an honors program or a Freshman Honor College.

Does OHSU Require Internships?

❌ OHSU studets are not required to complete an internship.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While OHSU does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.

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