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2 minute readLet’s be honest: Receiving financial aid can be the difference between earning your college degree and not being able to go back to school at all. That makes applying for financial aid a hugely important process, and we at Oregon State want to help you navigate it like a pro. Read more »

Oregon State University student Lily VanWingerden stands outdoors in a sandy coastal environment, with scattered grasses and shells nearby.

Six hours. One job shadow. Dozens of career paths.

4 minute readLily VanWingerden signed up for Oregon State University’s summer Job Shadow Program expecting a 30-minute Zoom call. Instead, she walked away from a full day of friendly virtual conversations that reshaped the way she thought about environmental sciences careers.

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Instructional multimedia assets transform online education at Oregon State

5 minute readInteractive multimedia tools and simulations — from virtual microscopes to interactive pollinator maps — help shape the learning experience, allowing students to explore, experiment and master concepts once considered too complex to teach online.

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A beginner’s guide to going back to school as an adult

8 minute readThis stage-by-stage process guide to going back to school as an adult covers everything from choosing a subject area and degree type through enrolling in your first class. You’ll come back to this piece time and again for its helpful links, explanations and deadline reminders.

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What can you do with an online chemical engineering degree?

3 minute readChemical engineers work on a wide range of projects — from designing new systems to improving existing processes — in industries that touch nearly every aspect of modern life. No matter your interests, there’s a path in chemical engineering where you can make a meaningful impact.

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Four ways to get answers about learning online at Oregon State

2 minute readKey resources you can use include scheduled phone calls, email conversations and webinars. You can also read educational articles and sign up for a series of informative email messages.

Jose Torres

The power of bringing honors online

5 minute readIn the winter of 2023, Jose Torres became the first Oregon State University student to complete an honors degree online. Ask him how he got here, and his story might surprise you. “Nobody in my family’s ever gone to college or university, so it wasn’t even in my mind. We’re all working class people, and so that was my thing,” he says.

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When is the best time to submit your application?

3 minute readIt’s never too late to continue your educational journey and earn your degree online. At Oregon State Ecampus, we’ve had students graduate at age 24, age 74 and every age in between. Time is on your side, and as you consider applying to learn online with OSU, we want to offer you some sage advice so it remains that way.

Oregon State ranked #4 for best online business bachelor’s degrees

2 minute readOregon State delivers eight business bachelor’s degree programs online, and according to U.S. News & World Report, they are among the very best in the nation. The 2022 list of Best Online Bachelor’s in Business Programs ranks OSU Ecampus No. 4 overall, a distinction that solidifies the university’s reputation as a national leader in online education.

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What is a microcredential? Here’s what you should know

5 minute readMicrocredentials are a step toward shorter, more affordable offerings at Oregon State University for those who are not interested in earning a degree or completing a certificate. But with evolution often come questions, so let’s explore the basics and beyond.

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Oregon State online psychology bachelor’s degree ranked #1 in the U.S.

2 minute readOregon State University’s expertise in delivering a liberal arts education online is well-documented, and now that reputation has been bolstered even further — thanks to U.S. News & World Report ranking OSU No. 2 on its list of Best Online Bachelor’s in Psychology Programs for the second straight year.

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