Your programs at Oregon State University

If you already meet the university's academic and English language requirements, you may be eligible to apply directly to an undergraduate or graduate degree.

International Year One allows you to begin earning credits toward your degree even if you don’t meet the academic and English requirements for direct entry. You’ll receive additional support to move you successfully through your first year and graduate in the same amount of time as domestic students. Depending on your English language scores, you’ll enter International Year One through a customized program that lasts one or more semesters.

First-year students who meet the academic and English requirements for the undergraduate degree program can apply directly to the university program of their choice, receive comprehensive support and services designed for international students and receive a Direct Entry I-20.

If you’ve already completed college or university-level courses and want to transfer to another university, our Undergraduate Transfer Program (UTP) is for you. Our advisor will help to review your transcript and plan out your classes so that you don’t repeat coursework. You’ll receive an estimate of transferable credits toward your degree before you start your program. We offer a variety of program length options, tailored to your English skills.

We have designed our Graduate Pathway program to provide you with a direct path to various degrees. You’ll receive the highest level of support and develop the essential academic and language skills to succeed in your master’s program. We offer a 1-Term, 2-Term and 3-Term option, depending on your undergraduate GPA and English language level.

Master’s International Direct provides comprehensive support and services for students in the first term of select graduate programs. MID students are full degree-seeking students who are issued a Direct Entry I-20 and receive additional support and services in the first semester of their degree.

The Academic English Program creates opportunities for international students to develop the academic, critical thinking, and linguistic skills necessary to succeed in a US university.

Experience life on an American college campus while taking credit-bearing classes as a non-degree student for up to one year. You’ll have access to courses in liberal arts, business, engineering, public policy and the sciences. Other courses may be available on a case-by-case basis.

Study Abroad with English (SAWE) combines Academic English courses with the chance to experience undergraduate courses and earn credits. This unique program allows students to earn college credits in their field of interest without having to enroll in a long-term degree program. The program can be customized for specific academic interests, with options in engineering, business, liberal arts and more.