{"id":2476,"date":"2024-02-12T08:52:41","date_gmt":"2024-02-12T16:52:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/news\/?p=2476"},"modified":"2026-02-25T12:26:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T20:26:54","slug":"what-is-oregon-state-university-ecampus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/news\/what-is-oregon-state-university-ecampus\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Oregon State University Ecampus?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2481\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/news\/assets\/Joann-Malumaleumu-271.20240209181023612.jpg?resize=744%2C419&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"A person is shown their hands on a keyboard, wearing a floral blouse and rings .\" width=\"744\" height=\"419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/news\/assets\/Joann-Malumaleumu-271.20240209181023612.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/news\/assets\/Joann-Malumaleumu-271.20240209181023612.jpg?resize=320%2C180&amp;ssl=1 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>Facts and figures about online learning from Oregon State<\/h2>\n<p>By merging Oregon State University\u2019s legacy of academic excellence with state-of-the-art online education, Oregon State Ecampus develops high-quality degrees, certificates and microcredentials online for students like you around the world.<\/p>\n<p>But it&#8217;s not just about the programs and classes \u2014 Oregon State is a launching pad for your success, shaped by top-notch education and <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/about\/welcome\/online-learning.htm\">flexible<\/a> learning.<\/p>\n<p>When you learn online with Oregon State, every part of your online student experience is shaped by innovation and rooted in an unwavering commitment to your success. But don\u2019t take our word for it; let the facts and figures speak for themselves.<\/p>\n<h2>An online community 150+ years in the making<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/about\/\">Oregon State Ecampus<\/a> blends 21st century innovation with 150+ years of institutional excellence to give people everywhere access to a life-changing education online. We design everything we do to help Oregon State students:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make an impact in their communities and beyond<\/li>\n<li>Feel supported along every stage of their journey<\/li>\n<li>Build connections with OSU\u2019s world-class faculty<\/li>\n<li>Enter the workforce with the skills they need to succeed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Top 10 reputation<\/h2>\n<p>Oregon State Ecampus is widely considered <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/about\/top-ranked.htm\">one of America&#8217;s best providers of online education<\/a>. Oregon State\u2019s online bachelor&#8217;s programs are currently <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/about\/top-ranked.htm\">ranked No. 4 in the nation<\/a> by U.S. News &amp; World Report, making it Ecampus&#8217; tenth straight year in the top 10.<\/p>\n<h3>Ecampus by the numbers<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>100+ degrees, certificates and microcredentials delivered online<\/li>\n<li>12,800+ current online students<\/li>\n<li>86% of Ecampus students are working professionals<\/li>\n<li>100+ organizations collaborate with OSU to deliver tuition benefits to their employees<\/li>\n<li>50 states and 60+ countries embrace Ecampus education<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Why choose to learn online with Oregon State?<\/h2>\n<h3>In-demand microcredentials<\/h3>\n<p>Develop highly specialized skills by pursuing an <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/microcredentials\">online microcredential<\/a>. Oregon State\u2019s corporate and workforce collaborations inform many online microcredentials, making the coursework laser-focused on what matters most in the labor market. You can earn a digital badge and prove to employers that you\u2019re ready for what&#8217;s next in as few as three classes.<\/p>\n<h3>High-quality education<\/h3>\n<p>Every Oregon State online class is built to meet the highest standards in online teaching and course design \u2014 making sure you\u2019re engaged and challenged. Did we mention that <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/news\/online-teaching-principles-qm\/\">we helped set the national standards<\/a>? Because we did that, too.<\/p>\n<h3>Student support<\/h3>\n<p>When you learn online with OSU, you\u2019ll be able to tap into <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/services\/student-services\/\">all kinds of student services<\/a> like success coaching, academic advising, free tutoring, library resources, disability access services and more.<\/p>\n<h3>World-class faculty<\/h3>\n<p>The OSU faculty members who teach online are experts in their field, and they design their classes specifically for students in the online environment.<\/p>\n<h2>Check out what sets us apart<\/h2>\n<h3>Educating engineers today for the jobs of tomorrow<\/h3>\n<p>The demand for skilled engineers continues to rise. And Oregon State University is educating tomorrow\u2019s engineers and computer scientists to meet this demand and accelerate economic growth across the U.S. and around the world.<\/p>\n<p>Oregon State is known for a variety of high-quality online engineering degrees, certificates and microcredentials, preparing learners like you to make an impact in fields ranging from semiconductors to robotics to clean energy \u2013 and helping to contribute to a future of innovation.<\/p>\n<h4>Programs that stand out<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/computer-science\/\"> B.S. in Computer Science<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/computer-science-postbacc\/\"> B.S. in Computer Science \u2013 Applied (postbaccalaureate)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/mechanical-engineering\/\"> B.S. in Mechanical Engineering<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/microcredentials\/programming-fundamentals\/\"> Programming fundamentals microcredential<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Online business programs built to meet industry demands<\/h3>\n<p>The world needs business leaders who can bring dynamic solutions to complex problems and meet today\u2019s challenges head-on. Whether you want to build a long career with your current organization or start your own venture, Oregon State develops leaders with unmatched business acumen and intuition.<\/p>\n<p>Our business analytics, entrepreneurship, organizational leadership and finance expertise sets us apart. And we\u2019re educating learners who\u2019ve gone on to lead large wineries, manage major food and retail companies and transform the stock market.<\/p>\n<h4>Programs that stand out<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/business\/\"> B.A. or B.S. in Business Administration<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/business-analytics\/\"> B.S. in Business Analytics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/graduate\/mba\/\"> Master of Business Administration<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/microcredentials\/professional-sales\/\"> Professional sales microcredential<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Protecting our planet and exploring the natural world<\/h3>\n<p>Oregon State is on a mission to protect our planet and its resources through the study of natural sciences and conservation. With more than 150 years of experience educating future leaders in plant, animal and environmental sciences, our programs are finely tuned to enable you to study complex science subjects online, and the OSU faculty who teach online are world-renowned for their work in this area.<\/p>\n<p>Oregon State graduates are bringing scientific expertise to the workforce, impacting conservation efforts, transforming agricultural practices and leading complex scientific endeavors.<\/p>\n<h4>Programs that stand out<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/nr\/\"> B.S. in Natural Resources<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/botany\/\"> B.S. in Botany<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/es\/\"> B.S. in Environmental Sciences<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/graduate\/natural-resources\/\"> Master of Natural Resources<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/graduate\/environmental-sciences\/\"> M.S. or PSM in Environmental Sciences<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Ready to make your next move?<\/h2>\n<p>Consider these three things you can do next:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/\">Explore<\/a> Oregon State\u2019s online degrees and programs. From business to zoology and psychology to computer science, you\u2019re bound to find the subject and program type that suits your needs.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/contact\/\">Connect<\/a> with an OSU Ecampus enrollment specialist. Call, email or live chat \u2014 our enrollment specialists (real humans!) are ready to support you.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.oregonstate.edu\/apply-choose-application\">Apply<\/a> Take your future into your own hands. You\u2019ve got this!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minute read<\/span><\/span>New to Oregon State Ecampus? Read on for the highlights like our best-known programs, data points and our history.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":2481,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,6,672,657,676],"tags":[26,591,169],"class_list":["post-2476","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-all","category-ecampus","category-learning-experience","category-resources","category-why-osu","tag-distance-education","tag-ecampus-at-a-glance","tag-online-degrees"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/news\/assets\/Joann-Malumaleumu-271.20240209181023612.jpg?fit=800%2C450&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p7BNSE-DW","jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":1100,"url":"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/news\/oregon-state-online-top-10\/","url_meta":{"origin":2476,"position":0},"title":"Oregon State online bachelor&#8217;s programs ranked 3rd in the nation by U.S. News","author":"Tyler Hansen","date":"January 15, 2019","format":false,"excerpt":"Oregon State University\u2019s place among the nation\u2019s best providers of online education has inched closer to the pinnacle amid the release of new rankings by U.S. News & World Report. 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