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5 minute readUnderstanding the value of a degree, certificate and microcredential Some experiences reveal their value only once you’re immersed in them — like making a baby laugh, sharing a heart-to-heart with a friend or volunteering for a cause that’s important to you. But earning a credential from a university, like a degree, certificate or microcredential, should ... Is higher education worth it? Read more »

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OSU teams with Oregon police chiefs association, offers tuition benefit to 6,500+ employees

2 minute readCORVALLIS, Ore. — Thousands of law enforcement professionals throughout the state have more affordable access to learning opportunities online and in person thanks to a new collaboration between Oregon State University and the Oregon Association Chiefs of Police. The OACP represents 116 agencies statewide, from police departments and tribal police departments to sheriffs’ offices and OSU teams with Oregon police chiefs association, offers tuition benefit to 6,500+ employees

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New semiconductor microcredentials enable employee development

3 minute readEditor’s note: This article was originally published by Oregon State’s College of Engineering in the Semi @ Oregon State newsletter on Nov. 18, 2024. For anyone working in the semiconductor industry in Oregon, it is no surprise that a recent report estimated a need for a 24% increase in semiconductor-related credentials. Meeting those needs is a focus New semiconductor microcredentials enable employee development

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Oregon State psychology bachelor’s program wins Online Learning Consortium’s national award for excellence

5 minute readOnline degree program earns praise for its quality, innovation and student and faculty satisfaction By earning her psychology bachelor’s degree online from Oregon State University, Kristina Tucker not only set herself on a path to becoming a Ph.D. student, but it also helped her learn how to navigate a personal tragedy. “I never realized that Oregon State psychology bachelor’s program wins Online Learning Consortium’s national award for excellence

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What makes a good online course?

4 minute readPop quiz: How many weeks does Oregon State spend developing an online course? If you answered 26 weeks, that’s correct (and oddly impressive). For six months, OSU faculty and staff take an idea for a new online class and turn it into a learning experience that is built on quality and meaningful engagement.

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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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From South Africa, online honors student uses innovative life coaching models to help teens flourish

5 minute readLevi Daniels pairs Oregon State psychology studies and research with a passion for helping youths develop lasting skills Editor’s note: This article was originally published by the Oregon State University Honors College. One of the core values of the Honors College is that success is not accidental — it requires flexible thinking, accurate assessments of what From South Africa, online honors student uses innovative life coaching models to help teens flourish

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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.

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Quality Matters endorses Oregon State University’s Online Teaching Principles

2 minute readMade freely available via a Creative Commons license, the Online Teaching Principles help educators deliver online courses aligned with QM’s research-supported Standards. ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Quality Matters (QM), the international leader for quality assurance in online and innovative digital teaching and learning environments, announces its endorsement of the Oregon State University Ecampus Online Teaching Principles tool. Quality Matters endorses Oregon State University’s Online Teaching Principles

A bar chart showing the financial benefits of a college degree, based on October 2024 median yearly full-time earnings and educational attainment according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The figures are $49,192 for high school diploma with no college; $54,756 for associate's degree or some college; $79,716 for bachelor's degree; and $99,632 for master's degree and higher.

How earning a degree impacts career earnings and value

2 minute readEarning a bachelor’s degree is a badge of honor. And it’s a game-changer in the job market. By earning your bachelor’s degree, you could earn as much as $1 million more than someone with a high school diploma over the course of a career.

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Oregon State University enrollment reaches record for 28th consecutive year, nearing 38,000

3 minute readEditor’s note: This article was originally published by OSU News and Research Communications. Oct. 9, 2024 CORVALLIS, Ore. – Enrollment at Oregon State University has reached a record for the 28th consecutive year, nearing 38,000 students this fall. Among 108 Public Research 1 universities in America, only Oregon State has produced 28 consecutive years of Oregon State University enrollment reaches record for 28th consecutive year, nearing 38,000

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