Oregon State University is an international public research university that works to address global issues like climate change, health and wellness, food supply, renewable energy and advanced technology in one of the safest, smartest and greenest small cities in the nation.

Reflecting its strong focus on research and innovation, Oregon State University is one of only three US universities to have been awarded all four land grants – Land, Sea, Space and Sun. The university has also been named a top research institution by the Carnegie Foundation, and awarded the much sought-after Community Engagement classification.

As highlighted by the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017, Oregon State is particularly strong in agriculture and forestry, biological sciences, Earth and marine sciences, environmental studies and education and training. Overall, it is also ranked among the world’s top 450 universities in the QS World University Rankings® 2017.