If you haven’t already, you will want to confirm your intent to enroll by paying your $200 Advance Tuition Deposit (ATD). You must pay this before registering for a START program. Depositing your ATD online is the easiest and fastest way to submit the funds. Go to http://infosu.oregonstate.edu/login and enter your student ID and General Access Pin (GAP). Once you’ve accessed the system, click Admissions then Pay Advance Tuition Deposit and follow the instructions. As of May 1, 2012 your deposit is non-refundable.

After you have completed this, you may now register for your START orientation.  START is Oregon State’s new student orientation, advising and registration program for incoming students. START is the first of three steps to making a successful transition into the OSU community. Each START program provides students and their family members with the opportunity to connect with campus resources, meet with an academic advisor, and register for Fall term courses.

Some of you might be thinking though, “What if mysummer schedule is really packed?”  Well, we offer several dates throughout the summer for both First Year and Transfer Students to attend. We also offer START on the Road programs in California, Alaska and Hawaii for students who cannot attend the START programs provided on campus. Also, if you cannot attend any of these dates, you can attend START @ CONNECT on September 19^th, 2012 on campus.

To learn more about START and to find the program date and location that would work best for you, visit our website at: http://oregonstate.edu/newstudents/start/home .

Registration for START began May ^1st for students who have paid their Advanced Tuition Deposit (ATD). To register visit: http://oregonstate.edu/newstudents .

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To confirm your intent to enroll at Oregon State University, you must submit the Advanced Tuition Deposit (ATD) form along with your $200 deposit. This applies to all fall, winter, spring, and summer students.

This allows us to create your student account and make plans for your arrival. When you arrive on campus prior to the start of classes, your $200 deposit will be applied to your tuition or any account balance you may have.

Remember (Fall Term Students Only): Payment of your ATD is required to participate in the START program, which allows you to register for Fall term courses. As of May 1, 2012 your deposit is non-refundable.
If you haven’t submitted your ATD form and $200 deposit then check out the steps below to find out how to do so.

Here are some quick and easy steps on how to pay your Advanced Tuition Deposit:
1. Go to http://infosu.oregonstate.edu/login.
2. Use your ONID credentials to access the system. If you do not yet have an ONID ID, you can use your student ID (on the letter of admission) and your GAP number (your birth date).
3. Once you’ve accessed the system, click ‘Admissions’, then click ‘Advanced Tuition Deposit’.
4. You will be provided with instructions on how complete the ATD form and pay the deposit.

Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions with any questions that you might have.

If you haven’t already, you will want to confirm your intent to enroll by paying your $200 Advance Tuition Deposit (ATD). You must pay this before registering for a START program. Depositing your ATD online is the easiest and fastest way to submit the funds. Go to http://infosu.oregonstate.edu/login and enter your student ID and General Access Pin (GAP). Once you’ve accessed the system, click Admissions then Pay Advance Tuition Deposit and follow the instructions. As of May 1, 2012 your deposit is non-refundable.

After you have completed this, you may now register for your START orientation.  START is Oregon State’s new student orientation, advising and registration program for incoming students. START is the first of three steps to making a successful transition into the OSU community. Each START program provides students and their family members with the opportunity to connect with campus resources, meet with an academic advisor, and register for Fall term courses.

Some of you might be thinking though, “What if mysummer schedule is really packed?”  Well, we offer several dates throughout the summer for both First Year and Transfer Students to attend. We also offer START on the Road programs in California, Alaska and Hawaii for students who cannot attend the START programs provided on campus. Also, if you cannot attend any of these dates, you can attend START @ CONNECT on September 19^th, 2012 on campus.

To learn more about START and to find the program date and location that would work best for you, visit our website at: http://oregonstate.edu/newstudents/start/home .

Registration for START begins May ^1st for students who have paid their Advanced Tuition Deposit (ATD). To register visit: http://oregonstate.edu/newstudents .

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Whether you are just starting your college search or are already admitted to OSU, our open house programs can accommodate your needs. We have several full-day programs during the year to provide you an in-depth look at OSU.

OSU Spring Visits are a great opportunity to learn the basics about Oregon State University. You’ll spend the day meeting with representatives from key academic and administrative areas, have a chance to tour the campus, and get some time to speak with current OSU students. Choose one of our three remaining spring visit opportunities and click the corresponding link to register for the event.

Spring Visit | Friday, March 30, 2012

Spring Visit | Friday, April 6, 2012

Spring Visit | Friday, April 13, 2012

When you take your tour of OSU, you’ll see the possibilities. Explore your many on-campus housing choices. Taste and see what students eat and where they socialize. Tour the buildings where your classes will be held. Scope out the recreational options open to you on or near campus. Find that spot that will inspire you to do something great or different.

Come visit. Come see if OSU fits you and your future.

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Scholarship Acceptance

If you applied for OSU Scholarships through the admission application and you were selected for a scholarship award, you will be sent a letter of offer. You must respond to this scholarship by May 1, 2012 to secure any scholarship awards prior to the deadline. Scholarship offers cannot be accepted online as the signed letter of offer must be returned. The scholarship letter of offer is not the same as the financial aid award offer which may note the scholarship offer as an estimated form of assistance for the school year.

Financial Aid

If you submitted your FAFSA, you will receive a Financial Aid Award Offer. This letter outlines your financial aid package listing the financial assistance Oregon State can offer to help bridge the gap between your own resources and the cost of attending OSU. Awards are generally based on financial need as determined by the FAFSA. This includes gift aid such as grants, self-help programs like student or parent loans and work-study.

View and accept your Financial Aid Award through OSU’s Student Online Services:

1. Log in using your OSU ID number
2. Go to Financial Aid and select My Award Information
3. Choose Award by Aid Year and select your aid Year
4. Under the far right tab, click Accept Award Offer
5. Make your decisions about the aid you want and hit Submit when done

*Please note: Pell Grants do not require acceptance. Scholarships require submission of the acceptance letter, which is sent separately from the award letter.

Pay the Advance Tuition Deposit

To confirm your intent to enroll at Oregon State University you must submit the Advance Tuition Deposit (ATD) forma long with your $200 deposit. This allows OSU to create your student account and make plans for your arrival. Your $200 deposit can be applied to your tuition or any account balance you may have.

Payment of the ATD is required to participate in the START program, where you will meet with an advisor and register for Fall term. There are two ways to submit the ATD form and payment –complete the form online and pay electronically or print the form and mail in with a check.

Depositing your ATD online is the easiest and fastest way to submit the funds. Go to http://infosu.oregonstate.edu/login and enter your student ID and General Access Pin (GAP). Once you’ve accessed the system, click Admissions then Pay Advance Tuition Deposit and follow the instructions. As of May 2, 2012 your deposit is non-refundable.

Live on Campus

University Housing & Dining Services (UHDS) provides opportunities for student growth and development through educational, cultural, recreational and social programs in living/learning communities. Studies continually show that students who live on campus their first year have a higher average GPA than those that don’t, and these students are more likely to return for their second year on campus.

Students apply to live on campus after being admitted to OSU, and will use their ONID (OSU Network ID) account to complete the application online at http://oregonstate.edu/uhds .

UHDS is proud to offer the Roommate Matching Network^TM to students applying for on-campus housing. This program allows students the option of creating a personal profile and reviewing the compatible interests and habits, you can contact them directly and select to live together. Students can begin using the Roommate matching Network^TM on Dec. 1, 2011. Students who do not select a roommate or who do not find a roommate will be paired using an automated process.

Important Dates for On-Campus Housing:

• May 10-13, 2012: Group Housing Selection for Academic Groups
• May 14: Group Housing Selection for Social Groups
• May 15-17: Open Housing Selection* for new students who applied with UHDS by January 31, 2012
• May 18-24: Open Housing Selection* for students whose applications were submitted by March 31, 2012
• May 25-June 30: Open Housing Selection* for all new students
• July 1-13: Any student with an application who has not selected a room will be assigned using an automated process
• July 31: New Student Housing Contract Cancellation Deadline

*In order to choose your own room during priority housing you must have a roommate (excluding single rooms and cooperative housing).

START

Get Connected

START us Oregon State’s new student orientation, advising and registration program for incoming students. START is the first of three steps to making a successful transition into the OSU community. Each START program provides students and their family members with the opportunity to connect with campus resources, meet with an academic advisor, and register for Fall term courses.

Registration for START begins May 2^nd for students who have paid their Advanced Tuition Deposit (ATD). To register visit: http://oregonstate.edu/newstudents

To learn more about START, visit our website at: http://oregonstate.edu/newstudents/start/home .

Need to log into OSU’s Student Online Services?

Go to http://infosu.oregonstate.edu/login and enter your student ID (found on your letter of admission) and General Access Pin (GAP) to access the system. First-time users will enter their six-digit date of birth as their GAP.

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For updated information as it becomes available, phone 541-737-8000 or visit alert.oregonstate.edu, the university’s emergency information portal.

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The Office of Admission has announced the Spring Visit program dates for 2012:

Spring Visit | Monday, February 20, 2012

Spring Visit | Friday, March 30, 2012

Spring Visit | Friday, April 6, 2012

Spring Visit | Friday, April 13, 2012

For high school juniors, OSU Spring Visits are a great opportunity to learn the basics about Oregon State University. You’ll spend the day meeting with representatives from key academic and administrative areas, have a chance to tour the campus, and get some time to speak with current OSU students.

For students that have been admitted for fall 2012, there will also be sessions that will discuss the next steps in the enrollment process including financial aid and scholarship awards, paying the Advance Tuition Deposit (ATD), housing choices and the advising and registration process at START programs during the summer. Also, new this year, we will have stations dedicated for families that wish to pay their ATD at the event.

To register for a Spring Visit event, visit http://oregonstate.edu/visitosu/open-house-programs.

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1. Does OSU offer a Psychology degree?

Yes, it is a nationally top ranked psychology program.  At OSU we pride ourselves on the research that is conducted by students/professors and the psychology program is one that really encourages students to participate in psychology based research.

Psychology Degree Info

2. Does OSU have a Nursing Program?

We do not, However we do offer all the prerequisite courses that a student needs to take before applying to nursing school of your choice.  Our Advisors do a great job of working with students interested in applying to a nursing school and making sure they are on track.

Pre-Nursing FAQ

3. Do I have to live on Campus my first year and where can I live?

OSU does not have a first year student live in requirement, it is a personal choice.  Over 80% of first year students choose to live on campus.  Students who live on campus their first year have a higher GPA and it’s a great environment to meet new people and make lifetime connections.

 Housing Info

4. Are you the Beavers or the Ducks?

Home of the Beavers!

5. What is the weather like in Corvallis?

It does tend to be on the rainy side, I myself am from Eastern Oregon so I am used to dry weather with blazing summers and freezing winters.   I would just suggest investing in a good rain coat and boots.  My favorite season was fall because the temperature was in the 60/70’s and all leaves changing colors was amazing to see all around campus.

6. What is there to do in Corvallis?

There is always something going on at OSU/Corvallis.  There are several events, concerts, games going on year round at OSU.  There are over 300 clubs students can be a part of to become more involved on campus or have something fun to do.  Another great thing about OSU is the location.  We are close to the Coast if you want to have a fun beach weekend with friends and also about 90 minutes from Portland for shopping or enjoy the wonders of a big city. For the students interested in nature there are several hiking, biking, and running trail close by.

About Corvallis

7. Do you prefer the SAT or ACT and what is the required score?

It is up to the student whichever one they decide to take.   If you do decide to take the ACT make sure you also take the writing portion. There is no minimum score to apply however when it comes to scholarships your SAT or ACT test score will be taken into consideration, we encourage students to do the best they can.

OSU Admissions Info

 8. Can I study abroad?

Yes, we have over 200 study abroad programs a student can choose from depending on their major.  We have study abroad counselors who can work with students and help find the right program for you.

Study Abroad Info

9. Do you have WUE (Western Undergraduate Exchange)?

For out of state students we do not participate in WUE however we do offer scholarships that are comparable to what WUE would cover.  In order to apply for those you need to have completed your admissions application and turned in all required materials before the February 1^st deadline. We also encourage student to look at over avenues for scholarships like around your community,scholarship websites, and filling out your FAFSA.  For online scholarship resources, you should never have to submit your bank account or credit card number, it may be a scam.

 Financial Aid Info

10. Why should I go to OSU?

We are Oregon’s Research institution, we are one of the only two University’s in the U.S. to have all 4 designation grants which are the Land, Sun, Sea , and Space Grant.  What that means for our students is there are several opportunities for students to get involved in research and great hands on education.  At the end of the day it’s a personal choice and the best way to make the decision is to see what OSU has to offer students for yourself by coming and scheduling a campus visit.

 Schedule a Campus Visit

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One thing that I loved about OSU was the fact that it was very accepting of my being undecided with my major.   Originally I thought I wanted to be an Art Teacher but then through my experiences on campus within housing, it really made me love working with students and making them feel at home within the OSU community. Oregon State University really is a phenomenal educational institution which provides students with tons of resources to becomem the best version of themselves.

This is me with my Linoblock Print I produced to be in our Senior Show.

So now that I am an Admissions Advisor, I am so happy to be able to go travel to Arizona, Utah, Southern and Central Oregon to tell students about all the amazing experiences that Oregon State University has to offer them.

Oregon’s seven public universities are getting ready to kick off the annual Oregon University System Fall Tour! Last year, the tour reached an estimated 20,000 students at over 200 public and private high schools across the state. New to the tour this year is OSU’s Cascades campus.

During the tour, students are able to receive information about the eight different campuses as well as learn and ask questions about financial aid, core college requirements, and other opportunities that are available to them in helping plan their future.

The tour kicks off next Monday, September 26^th and goes through October 28^th. A brief summary of the tour schedule is below. To view the full schedule and contact your county’s admission advisor, visit http://oregonstate.edu/admissions/recruit-map-0.

Week of Sept 26: Beaverton / Hillsboro & Southern Oregon
Week of Oct 3: Eastern Oregon & Central Oregon
Week of Oct 10: Salem & Portland
Week of Oct 17: Portland & Willamette Valley
Week of Oct 24: Eugene & Oregon Coast

In a statement released through OUS, Joe Holliday, the OUS Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Success Initiatives stated that “The fall tour is a truly a remarkable collaboration between all of our campus admissions personnel and Oregon high schools. High school students and counselors value and appreciate the events and face-to-face conversations with admissions staff, and the admissions reps do a great job expanding students’ awareness of the wide variety of diverse and quality programs our public universities offer. Many high school students don’t know just how many opportunities they have right here in Oregon.”

GO BEAVS!
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