Oregon State University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus is a public research university in Bend, Oregon, enrolling about 1,044 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 63.11% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $64,010 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $13,566
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,048 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 63.11% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,044 59.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 55.56%
- First-Generation Students: 31.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 8.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 5.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 78.6%
- Average SAT Score: 1255
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,220
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,787
- Room & Board: $16,386 annual estimate
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus: what the data shows
Common questions about Oregon State University-Cascades Campus, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Oregon State University-Cascades Campus?
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus is located in Bend, OR (ZIP 97702).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Oregon State University-Cascades Campus public or private?
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus is a Public institution.
How much does Oregon State University-Cascades Campus cost?
Published tuition: $13,566 in-state, $37,356 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $18,048.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $11,497 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,716 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,694 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $20,055 |
| $110,001+ | $24,478 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $54,264.
How hard is it to get into Oregon State University-Cascades Campus?
Admission rate: 63.11%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1255 and midpoint ACT 25.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Oregon State University-Cascades Campus?
Total enrollment: 1,044 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,220 students.
Graduate enrollment: 247 students.
About 59% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Oregon State University-Cascades Campus?
150%-time completion rate: 55.56%.
First-year retention: 75.0%.
What do graduates of Oregon State University-Cascades Campus earn?
Median earnings: $50,843 six years after entry; $64,010 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $21,221.
27.41% of students receive Pell grants.
Is Oregon State University-Cascades Campus a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 63.11%; completion rate 55.56%; median earnings $64,010 at 10 years; net price $18,048. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$13,566
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Oregon State University-Cascades Campus was $13,566.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,048
2024 Value
In 2024 Oregon State University-Cascades Campus had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,048.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$72,192 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,048 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$54,264 4-Year In-State Tuition
$149,424 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$16,386 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$600 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$30,552 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$122,208 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Oregon State University-Cascades Campus.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.41% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
31.57% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Oregon State University-Cascades Campus was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Oregon State University-Cascades Campus in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2015–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $8,790 | $27,855 | — |
| 2016 | $9,123 | $27,918 | $15,204 |
| 2017 | $9,774 | $28,749 | $15,150 |
| 2018 | $10,158 | $29,403 | $17,162 |
| 2019 | $10,638 | $30,558 | $16,459 |
| 2020 | $10,737 | $30,657 | $20,033 |
| 2021 | $11,037 | $31,452 | $16,163 |
| 2022 | $11,628 | $32,763 | $16,836 |
| 2023 | $12,594 | $34,944 | $17,722 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
63.11% Acceptance Rate
1,787 Total Applicants
1,223 Students Admitted
211 First-Time Students Enrolled
17.25% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1255
ACT Average: 25
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus reported total enrollment of about 1,044 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 53% male and 47% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (75.2%), Hispanic or Latino (11.8%), and Two or More Races (5.8%). About 27.41% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 31.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
59.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Oregon State University-Cascades Campus in 2024 is 1,044 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,220 students. Graduate enrollment is about 247 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
75.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 75.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
33.33% 100% Completion Time
55.56% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 33.33% of students graduating from Oregon State University-Cascades Campus completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Oregon State University-Cascades Campus.
Return on Investment
$21,221 Median Student Debt
$64,010 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
33.15% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
786.66% Return on Investment
3.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Oregon State University-Cascades Campus.
Top Programs by Completions
Program completion data is not available for this institution.
Most popular programs at Oregon State University-Cascades Campus.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Oregon State University-Cascades Campus graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Oregon State University-Cascades Campus from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 78.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $11,502
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $3,535
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus is a public institution located in Bend, OR. Enrollment is approximately 1,044 students. Student body composition includes White (75.2%), Hispanic or Latino (11.8%), Two or More Races (5.8%). The admission rate is 63.11%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1255. The 150%-time completion rate is 55.56%. Approximately 27.41% of students receive Pell Grants. About 31.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Bend, OR 97702
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Oregon State University-Cascades Campus located?
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus is located in Bend, OR.
What is Oregon State University-Cascades Campus's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Oregon State University-Cascades Campus is 63.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,787 applicants and 1,223 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Oregon State University-Cascades Campus cost?
Reported tuition is $13,566 and average net price is $18,048 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $16,386 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Oregon State University-Cascades Campus?
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,220 students, White (75.2%), Hispanic or Latino (11.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Oregon State University-Cascades Campus?
About 31.4% of students at Oregon State University-Cascades Campus are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Oregon State University-Cascades Campus?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Oregon State University-Cascades Campus reports midpoint SAT about 1255 and midpoint ACT about 25.
What do graduates of Oregon State University-Cascades Campus earn?
Median earnings are $50,843 six years after entry and $64,010 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Oregon State University-Cascades Campus?
The 150%-time completion rate is 55.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Oregon State University-Cascades Campus students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $21,221.
Is Oregon State University-Cascades Campus public or private?
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus is a public institution located in Bend, OR.
Is Oregon State University-Cascades Campus an HBCU?
No. Oregon State University-Cascades Campus is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Oregon State University-Cascades Campus a tribal college?
No. Oregon State University-Cascades Campus is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Oregon college costs
- Oregon colleges by ROI
- Bend, Oregon city profile
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Oregon
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.